Bhp
BHP, officially known as BHP Group Limited, is a leading global resources company headquartered in Australia. With significant operations across Australia and the Americas, BHP is a key player in the mining and energy sectors, focusing on the extraction of essential commodities such as iron ore, copper, and coal. Founded in 1885, the company has achieved numerous milestones, including its merger with Billiton in 2001, which expanded its global footprint. BHP's core offerings include mining, oil, and gas production, distinguished by its commitment to sustainable practices and innovation in resource extraction. As one of the largest mining companies in the world, BHP consistently ranks among the top producers in its industry, recognised for its operational excellence and strong market position.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Bhp's score of 38 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Bhp's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, BHP reported total carbon emissions of approximately 370,800,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 8,000,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 1,900,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 370,800,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The company's total emissions from Scope 1 and 2 combined reached about 9,900,000,000 kg CO2e. BHP has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The company has been actively reporting its emissions across all three scopes, indicating a comprehensive approach to climate accountability. Over the years, BHP's emissions have shown fluctuations, with a notable decrease in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 16,300,000,000 kg CO2e in 2017 to 9,900,000,000 kg CO2e in 2023. However, Scope 3 emissions remain significantly high, reflecting the broader impact of its supply chain and product usage. BHP's climate commitments align with industry standards, focusing on transparency and accountability in emissions reporting. The company continues to engage in discussions around climate change and sustainability, although specific reduction initiatives or targets have not been outlined in the available data.
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| 2014 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 22,700,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 22,300,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 687,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Bhp 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.
