Champion Iron Limited, commonly referred to as Champion Iron, is a prominent player in the iron ore industry, headquartered in Australia. Established in 2012, the company has rapidly developed a strong presence in the mining sector, particularly in the Labrador Trough region of Canada, where it operates significant iron ore projects. Champion Iron focuses on the exploration, development, and production of high-grade iron ore concentrate, setting itself apart with its commitment to sustainable mining practices and innovative technologies. The company’s flagship asset, the Bloom Lake Mine, has achieved notable milestones, including a successful restart and expansion, positioning Champion Iron as a key supplier in the global iron ore market. With a robust market position and a dedication to operational excellence, Champion Iron continues to drive growth and contribute to the evolving landscape of the iron ore industry.
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In 2025, Champion Iron reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,528,900 kg CO2e globally, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1,241,180 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 1,171,000 kg CO2e, and a significant Scope 3 total of about 18,287,918,000 kg CO2e. In Canada, the total emissions were approximately 819,035,000 kg CO2e, with similar Scope 1 and 2 figures as reported globally. Champion Iron has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2050. This long-term goal encompasses both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the company has established a near-term target to reduce GHG emissions by 40% by 2030, relative to 2014 levels, for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Notably, prior to the restart of Bloom Lake Mine operations in 2018, Champion Iron successfully reduced its GHG emissions by approximately 36% annually. The company’s emissions data is independently reported and does not cascade from any parent organization, ensuring that the figures reflect Champion Iron's direct operational impact.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
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Scope 1 | 65,769,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Champion Iron is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.