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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Bhp's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Iron and Steel Production 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.
Industry Benchmark
Bhp's score of 39 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Bhp's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, BHP reported total carbon emissions of approximately 370,800,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of about 6,400,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 371,600,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 370,800,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has shown a commitment to addressing climate change, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. BHP's emissions have fluctuated over the years, with total emissions peaking at about 538,000,000,000 kg CO2e in 2008. The company has not set formal reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other frameworks, indicating a need for clearer commitments in the context of global climate goals. As a major player in the mining and resources sector, BHP's emissions profile highlights the significant environmental impact of its operations, particularly in Scope 3 emissions, which include the use of sold products. The company’s ongoing efforts to improve operational efficiency and reduce emissions intensity are crucial as it navigates the challenges of climate change and regulatory expectations.
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Get Started| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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| Scope 1 | 22,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 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 2 | 24,700,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 361,000,000,000 | 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 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Bhp is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
