Boliden AB, a leading mining and smelting company headquartered in Sweden (SE), has established itself as a key player in the metals industry since its founding in 1924. With major operations across Sweden, Finland, Norway, and Ireland, Boliden focuses on the extraction and processing of base metals, including copper, zinc, lead, and gold.
The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainable mining practices and innovative technologies, which enhance efficiency and reduce environmental impact. Boliden's core products, such as high-quality metal concentrates and refined metals, are distinguished by their reliability and adherence to stringent quality standards.
With a strong market position, Boliden has achieved notable milestones, including significant investments in modernising its facilities and expanding its resource base, solidifying its reputation as a responsible and forward-thinking leader in the mining sector.
+39 vs industry average
Boliden’s score of 57 is higher than 81% 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
Salt and Mineral Mining has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Salt and Mineral Mining industry has reduced its overall emissions by 66% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Boliden's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Boliden reported total carbon emissions of approximately 904 million kg CO2e, comprising 659 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 245 million kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the base year. Additionally, Boliden is committed to reducing its absolute Scope 3 emissions by 30% within the same timeframe. Boliden's long-term goal is to achieve net-zero emissions for both Scope 1 and 2 by 2050, aligning with the Paris Agreement's objectives. The company has previously set a target to reduce its CO2 intensity by 40% by 2030 compared to 2012 levels, which applies to both Scope 1 and 2 emissions. Overall, Boliden's climate strategy reflects a strong commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint in the mining sector, with clear targets and a structured approach to achieving these goals.
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Boliden’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
7 goals2030
42% reduction in all scopes
Scope 1-2: 42% lower GHG emissions in 2030 compared to base year 2021
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
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