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.
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Anglo American's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Anglo American reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 170,600,000,000 kg CO2e globally. This figure includes 6,700,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 4,900,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a substantial 170,600,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Notably, in South Africa, the company disclosed 4,200 kg CO2e in Scope 2 emissions and 1,200,000,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions for 2023. Anglo American has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 30% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using a 2016 baseline. This target encompasses all scopes, with specific interim goals for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the company aspires to achieve carbon neutrality across its operations by 2040, with a target to reduce its Scope 3 emissions by 50% against a 2020 baseline. These commitments reflect Anglo American's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint, aligning with industry standards and global climate goals.
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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 | 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 | 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 | 00,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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