BHP Group Limited
BHP Group Limited, commonly referred to as BHP, is a leading global resources company headquartered in Australia. Established in 1885, BHP has evolved into one of the world's largest producers of essential commodities, with significant operations in regions such as Australia, the Americas, and Asia. The company primarily operates in the mining and metals industry, focusing on the extraction of iron ore, copper, coal, and petroleum. BHP's core products are distinguished by their commitment to sustainability and innovation, positioning the company as a key player in the transition to a low-carbon economy. With a strong market presence, BHP has achieved notable milestones, including its status as a top producer of iron ore globally. The company's dedication to operational excellence and responsible resource management continues to drive its success in the competitive mining sector.
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BHP Group Limited's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, BHP Group Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 410,000,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 10,000,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 6,200,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 402,500,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The Scope 3 emissions included categories such as processing of sold products (301,500,000,000 kg CO2e) and use of sold products (76,400,000,000 kg CO2e). In comparison, the previous year, 2020, BHP's total emissions were approximately 415,700,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 9,600,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 6,300,000,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight reduction in total emissions from 2020 to 2021. BHP has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company has not cascaded emissions data from any parent or related organization, indicating that all reported figures are derived directly from BHP Group Limited's own disclosures. Overall, BHP Group Limited's emissions profile highlights the significant impact of Scope 3 emissions, which are critical for understanding the company's overall carbon footprint and climate commitments.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,700,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 6,200,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 431,100,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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BHP Group Limited is not participating in any 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.
