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Capstone Copper, headquartered in California, is a leading player in the secondary precious metals industry, specialising in the treatment and re-processing of secondary precious metals into new, high-quality precious metals. Founded in 2004, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, focusing on sustainable practices and innovative technologies that set it apart in the market.
With a commitment to environmental responsibility, Capstone Copper offers a range of core services that include refining and recycling precious metals, ensuring minimal waste and maximum recovery. The company’s unique approach not only enhances resource efficiency but also contributes to a circular economy. Recognised for its significant achievements in the sector, Capstone Copper continues to solidify its market position as a trusted provider of secondary precious metals, driving advancements in sustainability and resource management.
-3 vs industry average
Capstone Copper’s score of 6 is lower than 38% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Precious Metal Reprocessing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The Precious Metal Reprocessing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 27% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Capstone Copper, headquartered in CA, operates in the secondary precious metals for treatment and reprocessing industries. In 2016, the company reported total carbon emissions of approximately 402,865,000 kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of around 120,025,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 282,840,000 kg CO2e. This represents an increase from 2015, when total emissions were about 371,959,000 kg CO2e, comprising 104,173,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 267,786,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. In 2014, total emissions were approximately 345,951,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 81,916,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 264,035,000 kg CO2e. Capstone Copper has not disclosed any specific carbon reduction targets or commitments, such as those set by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), nor has it joined the Climate Pledge. Information regarding Scope 3 emissions was not disclosed for these periods.
No climate goals have been disclosed for Capstone Copper yet.
No scope 3 category breakdown has been disclosed yet.


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