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Lead, Zinc, and Tin Processing
ES
updated 3 days ago

Atalaya Mining Copper, S.A.

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Atalaya Mining Copper, S.A., commonly referred to as Atalaya Mining, is a prominent player in the mining industry, headquartered in Spain. Established in 2007, the company has made significant strides in copper production, primarily operating in the Iberian Peninsula, with a focus on the Riotinto project in Huelva, which is renowned for its rich mineral deposits. Atalaya Mining is dedicated to the sustainable extraction and processing of copper, offering high-quality products that meet stringent industry standards. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the successful ramp-up of its operations and a commitment to environmentally responsible practices. With a strong market position, Atalaya Mining continues to innovate and expand its footprint in the copper sector, contributing to the growing demand for this essential metal in various applications.

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49

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Lead, Zinc, and Tin Processing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Atalaya Mining Copper, S.A.'s score of 49 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Atalaya Mining Copper, S.A.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Atalaya Mining Copper, S.A. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 353,751,330 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across all three scopes: 5,132,740 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 93,314,330 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 353,751,330 kg CO2e (Scope 3). This represents a slight increase in emissions compared to 2023, where total emissions were about 242,813,710 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions at 5,577,420 kg CO2e and 96,846,050 kg CO2e, respectively. Atalaya Mining has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by the middle of this decade (2025). Additionally, the company is committed to achieving a 30% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using a 2020 baseline. Previous targets included a 30% reduction by 2025 and a 50% reduction by 2030 from a 2022 baseline. The company’s GHG intensity for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions was reported at 390 kg CO2e per tonne of copper concentrate produced in 2024, indicating a focus on improving operational efficiency and reducing emissions intensity in its production processes. Atalaya Mining's climate strategy reflects a proactive approach to addressing carbon emissions within the mining sector, aligning with industry standards and global climate goals.

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202220232024
Scope 1
2,395,590
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
100,559,680
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
256,214,780
000,000,000
000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Atalaya Mining Copper, S.A.'s primary industry is Lead, zinc and tin and products thereof, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Atalaya Mining Copper, S.A. is in ES, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Atalaya Mining Copper, S.A. is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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