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Lead, Zinc, and Tin Processing
GB
updated 9 days ago

Anglo American Woodsmith Limited Sustainability Profile

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Anglo American Woodsmith Limited, a subsidiary of the global mining giant Anglo American, is headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 2016, the company focuses on the extraction and processing of polyhalite, a unique multi-nutrient fertiliser, from its Woodsmith Project in North Yorkshire. This innovative operation is set to revolutionise the agricultural sector by providing a sustainable and efficient solution for soil health. With a commitment to responsible mining practices, Anglo American Woodsmith Limited aims to position itself as a leader in the fertiliser industry. The company’s core product, polyhalite, is distinguished by its rich mineral content, offering essential nutrients for crops. As the project progresses, it is poised to make significant contributions to both local economies and global agricultural sustainability.

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29

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Lead, Zinc, and Tin Processing 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Anglo American Woodsmith Limited's score of 29 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Anglo American Woodsmith Limited's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Anglo American Investments (UK) Limited

Anglo American Woodsmith Limited, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as no emissions figures are available. The company is a current subsidiary of Anglo American plc, and any relevant emissions data may be inherited from its parent organization. As part of its climate commitments, Anglo American Woodsmith Limited is aligned with broader initiatives from Anglo American plc, which has set ambitious targets for carbon reduction. However, specific reduction targets or achievements for Woodsmith Limited itself have not been disclosed. The company is involved in various climate initiatives, including the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) and Climate Action 100+, both of which are cascaded from Anglo American plc. While there are no specific emissions figures or reduction targets available for Anglo American Woodsmith Limited, the company is expected to adhere to the sustainability and climate strategies established by its parent company, reflecting a commitment to reducing carbon emissions and addressing climate change within the mining sector.

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20212022
Scope 1
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0,000,000,000
Scope 2
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0,000,000,000
Scope 3
98,530,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Anglo American Woodsmith Limited's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Anglo American Woodsmith Limited's primary industry is Lead, zinc and tin and products thereof, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Anglo American Woodsmith Limited's Location?

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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 Anglo American Woodsmith Limited is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Anglo American Woodsmith Limited's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Processing of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 49% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2021
Processing of Sold Products
49%
Use of Sold Products
21%
Investments
10%
Capital Goods
8%
Purchased Goods and Services
7%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
2%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
2%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Anglo American Woodsmith Limited'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.

Anglo American Woodsmith Limited 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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