Aurubis AG, headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, is a leading player in the non-ferrous metal industry, specialising in the production and processing of copper and other non-ferrous metal ores and concentrates. Founded in 1866, Aurubis has established itself as a key provider of high-quality metal products, serving various sectors including electronics, automotive, and construction.
With a strong operational presence across Europe and North America, Aurubis is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation. The company’s core offerings include copper cathodes, wire rod, and specialty products, all distinguished by their superior quality and environmental responsibility. As a market leader, Aurubis has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in recycling technologies, positioning itself as a pioneer in the circular economy within the metal industry.
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Aurubis’s score of 70 is higher than 85% 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
Non-Ferrous Metal Mining has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Non-Ferrous Metal Mining industry has reduced its overall emissions by 41% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Aurubis's reported carbon emissions
Aurubis, a company in the "Other non-ferrous metal ores and concentrates" sector headquartered in Germany, has reported significant carbon emissions across its operations.
For the reporting year 2025, Aurubis's total carbon emissions amounted to approximately 5,482,660,000 kg CO2e. This total comprises:
- Scope 1 emissions: Approximately 501,550,000 kg CO2e.
- Scope 2 emissions: Approximately 467,270,000 kg CO2e (market-based) and 418,410,000 kg CO2e (location-based).
- Scope 3 emissions: Approximately 4,513,840,000 kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services being the largest contributor at approximately 2,596,990,000 kg CO2e.
In the prior reporting year, 2024, total emissions were approximately 5,610,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 561,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 522,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 4,548,000,000 kg CO2e.
Aurubis has established climate commitments with significant reduction targets. By 2030, the company aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 50% compared to the 2018 baseline year. Additionally, Aurubis targets a 24% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per tonne of copper cathode by 2030, also referencing the 2018 baseline. Looking further ahead, Aurubis is committed to becoming carbon-neutral well before 2050. These targets are in line with Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitments, which confirm the ambition to limit global warming to 1.5°C.
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Aurubis’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2050
We will be carbon-neutral well before 2050
We will be carbon-neutral well before 2050
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
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Data year: 2025
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