Covia Holdings Corporation, commonly referred to as Covia, is a leading player in the chemical and fertiliser minerals, salt, and other mining and quarrying products sector. Headquartered in the United States, the company operates across various regions, supplying essential minerals for industrial and agricultural applications. Founded in 2018 through a merger, Covia has quickly established itself as a key provider of high-quality silica sand, industrial minerals, and salt, recognised for its commitment to sustainability and innovation. Its core products serve diverse markets, including construction, manufacturing, and agriculture, with unique mineral qualities that enhance performance and efficiency. Covia’s market position is reinforced by its extensive operational footprint and focus on responsible resource extraction, making it a notable leader within the niche of mineral and quarrying industries.
+8 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Salt and Mineral Mining has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Salt and Mineral Mining industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Covia's reported carbon emissions
Covia, headquartered in the US and operating in the chemical and fertilizer minerals, salt and other mining and quarrying products n.e.c. industry, is committed to reducing its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The company has set an intensity reduction target of 20% per tonne for Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year.
For the reporting year 2024, Covia reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 115.8 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 27.4 million kg CO2e. This represents a decrease from previous years, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 188.1 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 132.0 million kg CO2e in 2023. In 2022, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 220.3 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 147.1 million kg CO2e. In 2021, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 235.9 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 146.6 million kg CO2e. Prior to this, in 2020, Scope 1 emissions were around 314.9 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 297.8 million kg CO2e. In 2019, Covia reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 438.8 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 446.7 million kg CO2e. In 2018, the company's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 1.1 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions at approximately 556.6 million kg CO2e.
Covia's GHG reduction strategy focuses on executing its roadmap, implementing site-specific initiatives, and ensuring data integrity and transparency. The company is not currently disclosing Scope 3 emissions data.
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Covia’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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