Cerro Verde
Cerro Verde, officially known as Compañía Minera Cerro Verde S.A.A., is a prominent player in the mining industry, headquartered in Peru (PE). Established in 1976, the company has made significant strides in copper and molybdenum production, primarily operating in the Arequipa region. Cerro Verde is renowned for its state-of-the-art mining techniques and commitment to sustainable practices, setting it apart in a competitive market. The company’s flagship products include high-quality copper concentrates, which are essential for various industrial applications. With a strong market position, Cerro Verde has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its operations in recent years, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the mining sector. Its dedication to innovation and environmental stewardship continues to drive its success in the industry.
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Cerro Verde's score of 12 is higher than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Cerro Verde's reported carbon emissions
Cerro Verde, headquartered in Peru (PE), reported significant carbon emissions in recent years. In 2022, the company emitted approximately 1,069,754,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 664,044,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 405,710,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The previous year, 2021, saw total emissions of about 959,683,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 644,126,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 315,557,000 kg CO2e. Cerro Verde's emissions have fluctuated over the years, with 2020 reporting approximately 795,466,000 kg CO2e, down from about 914,511,000 kg CO2e in 2019 and approximately 916,075,000 kg CO2e in 2018. Despite these figures, there are currently no publicly disclosed reduction targets or climate pledges from Cerro Verde, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. As the company continues to operate in a carbon-intensive industry, establishing clear reduction initiatives and targets could enhance its sustainability profile and align with global climate goals.
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Add to project| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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| Scope 1 | 578,103,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 264,778,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Cerro Verde is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
