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Iron Ores
CA
updated 2 months ago

Altius Minerals Sustainability Profile

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Altius Minerals Corporation, commonly referred to as Altius, is a prominent player in the mining and mineral exploration industry, headquartered in Canada. Founded in 2003, the company has established itself as a leader in the development of mineral royalties and streams, primarily focusing on copper, gold, and other base metals across North America and beyond. With a unique business model centred on generating revenue through mineral royalties, Altius has achieved significant milestones, including strategic partnerships and successful project acquisitions. The company’s innovative approach to resource development and commitment to sustainability have positioned it favourably in the market, earning recognition for its contributions to the mining sector. Altius continues to expand its portfolio, leveraging its expertise to create value for stakeholders while promoting responsible resource management.

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35

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Iron Ores industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

18

Industry Benchmark

Altius Minerals's score of 35 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Altius Minerals's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Altius Minerals reported total carbon emissions of approximately 18,366,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3, with an additional 2,200 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. In 2023, the company’s emissions in Canada were about 122,939,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 and 1,100 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The global figures for 2023 showed 120,248,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3 and 2,400 kg CO2e in Scope 2. Altius Minerals has set a long-term commitment to develop a net-zero emissions plan that encompasses Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions, with a target completion date of 2050. This initiative reflects the company's dedication to addressing its carbon footprint comprehensively. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that Altius Minerals is independently reporting its climate impact. The company continues to focus on reducing its emissions and enhancing sustainability practices within the mining sector.

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201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
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Scope 2
-
0,000
0,000
0,000
0,000
0,000
Scope 3
124,000
0,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
00,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Altius Minerals's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Altius Minerals's primary industry is Iron Ores, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Altius Minerals's Location?

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Very high
The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Altius Minerals is in CA, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Altius Minerals's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Altius Minerals's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 85% last year and increased significantly since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Investments" being the largest emissions source at 100% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Investments
100%
Business Travel
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%

Altius Minerals's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Altius Minerals has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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