Antofagasta
Antofagasta PLC, commonly referred to as Antofagasta, is a prominent mining company headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1888, the company has evolved into a key player in the global mining industry, primarily focusing on copper production. With major operational regions in Chile, Antofagasta is renowned for its high-quality copper mines, including the Los Pelambres and Centinela mines. The company’s core offerings include copper concentrate and molybdenum, distinguished by their commitment to sustainable mining practices and innovation. Antofagasta has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in environmental management and community engagement, solidifying its market position as a leader in responsible mining. With a strong emphasis on operational efficiency and sustainability, Antofagasta continues to set benchmarks in the industry.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
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Antofagasta's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Antofagasta reported carbon emissions of approximately 1,276,348,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,276,348,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 530,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions for this year. Over the years, Antofagasta's emissions have fluctuated significantly. For instance, in 2022, the total emissions were approximately 2,166,016,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1,204,649,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 95,953,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, the total emissions were around 2,391,437,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of about 1,078,726,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 969,648,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Antofagasta has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. The company operates in a sector that is increasingly scrutinised for its environmental impact, and establishing clear reduction goals could enhance its sustainability profile.
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Get Started| 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 360,695,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 645,974,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Antofagasta 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.
