Boliden Limited, a prominent player in the mining and metals industry, is headquartered in California, USA. Founded in 1924, the company has established itself as a leader in the extraction and production of base metals, particularly copper, zinc, and gold. With major operations across North America and Europe, Boliden is renowned for its commitment to sustainable mining practices and innovative technologies. The company’s core offerings include high-quality metal concentrates and refined metals, distinguished by their low environmental impact and adherence to stringent quality standards. Boliden Limited has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in recycling and resource efficiency, solidifying its market position as a trusted supplier in the global metals sector. With a focus on responsible mining, Boliden continues to drive progress in the industry while meeting the growing demand for essential metals.
How does Boliden Limited'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.
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Boliden Limited's score of 43 is higher than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Boliden Limited, headquartered in California, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of Boliden AB (publ), which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. While there are no documented reduction targets or specific climate pledges from Boliden Limited, it is important to note that emissions data and climate initiatives may be inherited from its parent company, Boliden AB (publ). This relationship suggests that any climate commitments or targets may align with those set by Boliden AB, although specific details are not provided in the available data. As a part of the mining and metals industry, Boliden Limited is likely to be engaged in broader industry efforts to reduce carbon emissions and enhance sustainability practices. However, without specific data or commitments outlined, the company's current climate strategy remains unclear.
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| 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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| Scope 1 | 413,000,000 | 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 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 384,000,000 | 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 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Boliden Limited's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 2% last year and increased by approximately 18% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 62% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 68% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Boliden Limited has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.