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Bukit Asam Sustainability Profile

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PT Bukit Asam Tbk, commonly known as Bukit Asam, is a prominent Indonesian coal mining company headquartered in Tanjung Enim, South Sumatra. Established in 1950, Bukit Asam has evolved into a key player in the coal industry, focusing on the extraction, production, and marketing of coal, primarily for domestic and international markets. With significant operations in South Sumatra and other regions, Bukit Asam is renowned for its high-quality coal products, which are distinguished by their low ash and sulphur content. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the development of integrated coal mining and power generation projects, enhancing its market position as a leader in sustainable energy solutions. Bukit Asam's commitment to innovation and environmental stewardship further solidifies its reputation within the industry.

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How does Bukit Asam'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.

29

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Coal Tar 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.

20

Industry Benchmark

Bukit Asam's score of 29 is higher than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Bukit Asam's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, PT Bukit Asam Tbk reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,028,230,000 kg CO2e globally, with significant contributions from Scope 1 emissions at about 904,688,240 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 123,542,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were relatively minor, recorded at about 691,670 kg CO2e. The company has set near-term climate commitments aimed at achieving net-zero emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2025. These initiatives are part of their broader vision to enhance environmental sustainability and align with global climate goals. In the previous year, 2022, Bukit Asam's total emissions were approximately 828,914,000 kg CO2e, indicating a notable increase in emissions in 2023. The emissions data is cascaded from the parent company, PT Bukit Asam Tbk, reflecting their ongoing commitment to transparency and accountability in climate reporting. Overall, Bukit Asam is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint while striving to become a world-class energy company that prioritises environmental stewardship.

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2020202120222023
Scope 1
386,531,300
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Scope 2
84,203,000
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Scope 3
12,630
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000,000
000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Bukit Asam's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Bukit Asam's primary industry is Coal Tar, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Bukit Asam's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Bukit Asam is in ID, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Bukit Asam's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Bukit Asam 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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