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De Beers Group, often referred to simply as De Beers, is a world-leading diamond company with a rich heritage. Headquartered in the United Kingdom, its comprehensive operations span from diamond exploration and mining across Botswana, Canada, Namibia, and South Africa, to rough diamond sales and luxury retail jewellery.
Founded in 1888, De Beers has pioneered the modern diamond industry for over 135 years, profoundly shaping how natural diamonds are discovered, processed, and marketed. The company’s core business encompasses the entire diamond value chain, providing ethically and responsibly sourced natural diamonds alongside innovative technological solutions for the sector.
Recognised for its commitment to sustainable practices and positive community impact, De Beers Group holds a significant position within the global luxury goods and diamond sectors. Its enduring influence underscores its role in bringing the world's most beautiful diamonds to consumers.
+15 vs industry average
De Beers Group’s score of 51 is higher than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Business Services has below-average carbon intensity
The Business Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
De Beers Group, headquartered in GB and operating in Other business services, has reported its carbon emissions and climate commitments.
For 2023, De Beers Group reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 1.6 billion kg CO2e. This includes Scope 2 purchased electricity emissions of 900 million kg CO2e.
In 2022, the company's Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 1.7 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 2 purchased electricity at 900 million kg CO2e. Additionally, total Scope 3 emissions for 2022 were about 3.1 billion kg CO2e.
Looking back to 2021, De Beers Group's Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 1.6 billion kg CO2e, including 900 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 purchased electricity. Total Scope 3 emissions for 2021 were around 2.9 billion kg CO2e.
In 2020, Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 1.5 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 2 purchased electricity at 900 million kg CO2e. Total Scope 3 emissions for 2020 were approximately 3.8 billion kg CO2e.
De Beers Group is committed to significant emissions reductions. The company aims to achieve a science-based target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42 per cent by 2030, with a baseline year of 2021. Furthermore, De Beers Group plans to set a long-term target to reach net-zero for Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by August 2024.
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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