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 30 is higher than 92% 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 4,290,000,000 kg CO2e, which includes 7,500 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 5,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company also disclosed Scope 3 emissions amounting to about 96,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Anglo American Platinum has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2021, the company achieved total emissions of approximately 4,520,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 590,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 3,930,000,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a focus on managing both direct and indirect emissions. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined in their recent reports, Anglo American Platinum continues to engage in sustainability practices aimed at mitigating climate impact. The company’s emissions intensity for production has been reported at approximately 5,800 kg CO2e per tonne for 2023, reflecting ongoing efforts to improve efficiency and reduce emissions in line with industry standards. Overall, while specific reduction targets are not detailed, Anglo American Platinum's emissions data highlights their ongoing commitment to addressing climate change and reducing carbon emissions from their operations.
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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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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.
