Arch Resources Sustainability Profile
Arch Resources, Inc., a leading player in the coal industry, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations in the Appalachian and Powder River Basins. Founded in 1927, the company has established itself as a key supplier of high-quality metallurgical and thermal coal, catering to both domestic and international markets. Renowned for its commitment to sustainable mining practices, Arch Resources focuses on innovation and efficiency, setting it apart from competitors. The company has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in environmental stewardship and safety protocols. With a strong market position, Arch Resources continues to be a vital contributor to the energy sector, providing essential resources while prioritising responsible operations.
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Arch Resources's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Arch Resources, headquartered in the US, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,000,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 5,670,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 333,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 139,000,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals substantial contributions from the use of sold products (133,100,000,000 kg CO2e) and downstream transportation and distribution (2,180,000,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, Arch Resources reported a total of 5,286,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 emissions combined, indicating a notable increase in emissions in 2023. The company has not set specific reduction targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, and no documented reduction initiatives were provided. The emissions data for Arch Resources is cascaded from its parent company, Arch Resources, Inc., reflecting a merged entity relationship. This data highlights the company's significant carbon footprint and the need for robust climate commitments to address its environmental impact.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,424,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 612,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000,000 |
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Arch Resources's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 96% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Arch Resources'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.
Arch Resources 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.
