Anglogold Ashanti
AngloGold Ashanti Limited, a prominent player in the mining sector, is headquartered in South Africa (ZA) and operates across several key regions, including Africa, the Americas, and Australia. Founded in 2004 through the merger of AngloGold and Ashanti Goldfields, the company has established itself in the chemical and fertiliser minerals, salt, and other mining and quarrying products industry.
Specialising in gold mining, AngloGold Ashanti is known for its commitment to sustainable practices and innovation in mineral extraction. The company’s core products include gold and related minerals, which are distinguished by their high quality and responsible sourcing. With a strong market position, AngloGold Ashanti has achieved notable milestones, including significant advancements in safety and environmental stewardship, reinforcing its reputation as a leader in the global mining landscape.
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Anglogold Ashanti’s score of 20 is lower than 48% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Salt and Mineral Mining has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Salt and Mineral Mining industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Anglogold Ashanti's reported carbon emissions
AngloGold Ashanti, a company in the mining and quarrying sector, has set ambitious climate targets. The company aims for net zero Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. More immediately, AngloGold Ashanti has committed to reducing its absolute GHG emissions by 46% by 2030, using a 2021 baseline. This target translates to a reduction from approximately 1.4 million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) to about 1 million tonnes by the end of the decade, when considering growth projects.
For the 2024 reporting year, AngloGold Ashanti reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 1,473,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 1,469,000,000 kg CO2e. Prior to that, for 2022, Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 1,475,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 1,380,000,000 kg CO2e, and in 2020, they stood at approximately 1,304,000,000 kg CO2e. The company also reported reductions in previous years, noting a decrease of more than two-thirds in absolute GHG emissions since 2007. Specific Scope 3 emissions data is not provided.
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Anglogold Ashanti’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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