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Anglogold Ashanti
Salt and Mineral MiningSouth AfricaPNK: AULGF
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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.
20
DitchCarbon score
+2 vs industry average
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
High
Salt and Mineral Mining has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.437
20182025
The Salt and Mineral Mining industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
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Reported emissions
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Anglogold Ashanti's reported carbon emissions
AngloGold Ashanti, headquartered in ZA and operating in chemical and fertilizer minerals, salt and other mining and quarrying products, reported approximately 1.473 billion kg CO2e in combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions for 2024. This follows approximately 1.469 billion kg CO2e in 2023 and 1.475 billion kg CO2e in 2022.
The company aims for net-zero Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. AngloGold Ashanti also targets a 46% reduction in overall emissions by 2030, using a 2021 baseline of 1.4 million tonnes CO2e. This reduction is projected to diminish emissions from their activities to about 1 million tonnes CO2e by the end of the decade, even when factoring in growth projects.
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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
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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