Atalaya Mining Copper, S.A.
Atalaya Mining Copper, S.A., commonly referred to as Atalaya Mining, is a prominent player in the lead, zinc, and tin industry, headquartered in Spain (ES). Founded in 2007, the company has established itself as a key operator in the mining sector, particularly in the extraction and production of copper and its by-products.
With major operations in the Iberian Peninsula, Atalaya Mining focuses on delivering high-quality copper concentrates, leveraging advanced mining techniques and sustainable practices. The company’s flagship project, the Riotinto mine, has significantly contributed to its market position, showcasing notable achievements in production efficiency and environmental stewardship.
Atalaya Mining’s commitment to innovation and sustainability sets it apart in the competitive landscape, making it a respected name in the mining industry.
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Atalaya Mining Copper, S.A.’s score of 33 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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Industry Intensity
Lead, Zinc, and Tin Processing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Lead, Zinc, and Tin Processing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 32% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Atalaya Mining Copper, S.A.'s reported carbon emissions
Atalaya Mining Copper, S.A. (ES) reported a total of approximately 410.7 billion kg CO2e in emissions for 2024. This figure comprises approximately 5.1 million kg CO2e of Scope 1 emissions, approximately 93.3 million kg CO2e of Scope 2 emissions, and approximately 353.8 million kg CO2e of Scope 3 emissions.
For 2023, the company's total emissions were approximately 300.5 billion kg CO2e, made up of approximately 5.6 million kg CO2e in Scope 1, approximately 96.8 million kg CO2e in Scope 2, and approximately 242.8 million kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions.
In 2022, Atalaya Mining Copper, S.A. recorded total emissions of approximately 359.2 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 2.4 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 100.6 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 256.2 million kg CO2e.
The company has set ambitious climate commitments. They aim to reduce Scope 1 emissions to near zero by the middle of this decade (2025), with a commitment to a 30% reduction by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. Similarly, their goal is to reduce Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025, with a target of a 30% reduction by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. Previous targets included a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025 from a 2022 baseline.
Atalaya Mining Copper, S.A. operates within the lead, zinc, tin, and products thereof industry. Their GHG intensity for Scope 1 + Scope 2 emissions was reported as approximately 390.0 tonnes CO2e per tonne of copper in 2024, and approximately 410.0 tonnes CO2e per tonne of copper in 2023. For 2022, the Scope 1 + Scope 2 intensity was also approximately 410.0 tonnes CO2e per tonne of copper. In 2021, their Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions intensity was approximately 360.0 tonnes CO2e per tonne of copper concentrate, and their Scope 1, 2, and 3 intensity was approximately 1,300.0 tonnes CO2e per tonne of copper concentrate. For 2020, the Scope 1 and 2 intensity was approximately 290.0 tonnes CO2e per tonne of copper concentrate, and the Scope 1, 2, and 3 intensity was approximately 1,390.0 tonnes CO2e per tonne of copper concentrate.
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Atalaya Mining Copper, S.A.’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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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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