Anglo American Platinum
Anglo American Platinum, often referred to as Amplats, is a leading player in the global mining industry, headquartered in South Africa (ZA). Founded in 1995, the company has established itself as a key producer of platinum group metals (PGMs), primarily operating in the Bushveld Complex, a rich mineral region in South Africa. With a focus on sustainable mining practices, Anglo American Platinum offers a range of core products, including platinum, palladium, and rhodium, which are essential for various industrial applications, particularly in the automotive sector. The company is recognised for its commitment to innovation and responsible sourcing, positioning itself as a market leader in the PGM space. Notable achievements include significant advancements in mining technology and a strong emphasis on community development, reinforcing its reputation as a responsible corporate citizen.
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Anglo American Platinum's score of 33 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Anglo American Platinum's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Anglo American Platinum reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,290,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 7,500 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 5,000 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed Scope 3 emissions, which totalled approximately 96,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a significant reduction from previous years, particularly from 2020 when total emissions were about 3,943,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 540,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 3,550,000 kg CO2e. Anglo American Platinum has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate strategy. However, they continue to monitor and report their emissions, indicating a commitment to transparency in their environmental impact. The company is actively engaged in sustainability practices, aiming to improve their emissions intensity in production processes. Overall, Anglo American Platinum's emissions data highlights their ongoing efforts to manage and reduce their carbon footprint, aligning with industry standards for climate accountability.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Anglo American Platinum is not committed to any 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.
