Anglo American
Anglo American plc, a leading global mining company headquartered in the United Kingdom, has established itself as a key player in the mining and natural resources sector since its founding in 1917. With major operational regions spanning South America, Africa, and Australia, the company focuses on the extraction and production of essential commodities, including diamonds, copper, platinum, and iron ore. Renowned for its commitment to sustainable mining practices, Anglo American prioritises innovation and efficiency in its operations. The company’s core products, particularly its high-quality diamonds and platinum group metals, are distinguished by their ethical sourcing and environmental stewardship. As a prominent member of the FTSE 100, Anglo American continues to achieve significant milestones, reinforcing its position as a leader in the global mining industry.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Anglo American's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Anglo American's score of 58 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Anglo American's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Anglo American reported total carbon emissions of approximately 116,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 7,500,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 5,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data for this year. Anglo American has set ambitious climate commitments, although specific reduction targets have not been detailed in the available data. The company is actively engaged in initiatives to address climate change, aligning with industry standards and best practices. Historically, Anglo American's emissions have fluctuated, with significant emissions recorded in previous years, such as 14,500,000 kg CO2e in 2021, which included 8,300,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 5,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company continues to focus on reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing sustainability across its operations. As part of its climate strategy, Anglo American is committed to transparency and accountability in its emissions reporting, contributing to global efforts to combat climate change.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 7,300,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 9,800,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Anglo American is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
