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Aurubis
Secondary Smelting, Refining, and Alloying of Nonferrous Metal (except Copper and Aluminum)GermanyPNK: AIAGY
Last verified 5 days agoaurubis.com
Aurubis AG, commonly referred to as Aurubis, is a leading European company specialising in secondary smelting, refining, and alloying of non-ferrous metals, excluding copper and aluminium. Headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, the firm operates across multiple regions, serving a global market with a focus on sustainable metal production. Founded in 1866, Aurubis has established a long-standing reputation for innovation and environmental responsibility within the industry.
The company's core offerings include the refining of complex metal concentrates and recycling materials to produce high-quality copper, precious metals, and speciality alloys. Aurubis’s advanced processes and commitment to sustainability have positioned it as a key player in the non-ferrous metals sector, recognised for its technological expertise and market leadership.
65
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Secondary Smelting, Refining, and Alloying of Nonferrous Metal (except Copper and Aluminum) is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.731
20182025
The Secondary Smelting, Refining, and Alloying of Nonferrous Metal (except Copper and Aluminum) industry has reduced its overall emissions by 27% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Scope 2
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Aurubis's reported carbon emissions
Aurubis, headquartered in Germany and operating in Secondary Smelting, Refining, and Alloying of Nonferrous Metal (except Copper and Aluminum), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5.48 billion kg CO2e in 2025. This includes about 501.55 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 467.27 million kg CO2e from market-based Scope 2, and 4.51 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
In 2024, Aurubis's emissions included approximately 496 million kg CO2e (Scope 1), 495 million kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 4.55 billion kg CO2e (Scope 3). For 2023, the company reported approximately 564 million kg CO2e (Scope 1), 613 million kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 4.63 billion kg CO2e (Scope 3).
Aurubis has committed to several ambitious climate targets. The company aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using a 2018 base year. Additionally, Aurubis is committed to reducing Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 24% per tonne of copper cathode by 2030, also from a 2018 base year. These near-term targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) as consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Aurubis also has a long-term commitment to becoming carbon-neutral well before 2050.
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Aurubis’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
50% reduction in Scope 2
Aurubis AG commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from a 2018 base year.
At risk50%
2030
50% reduction in Scope 1
Aurubis AG commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from a 2018 base year.
Behind target50%
2030
24% reduction in scope 3 total
Aurubis AG also commits to reduce scope 3 GHG emissions 24% per ton copper cathode by 2030 from a 2018 base year.
Insufficient data24%
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Aurubis’s sustainability data and climate commitments
In 2025, Aurubis reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5.48 billion kg CO2e. This significant figure is comprised of roughly 501.55 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, approximately 467.27 million kg CO2e from market-based Scope 2, and a substantial 4.51 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The majority of Aurubis's environmental impact stems from its Scope 3 activities, highlighting the importance of supply chain engagement in its overall carbon footprint reduction strategy.
Data year: 2025
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