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Precious Metal Production
JE
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De Beers plc Sustainability Profile

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De Beers plc, a renowned name in the diamond industry, is headquartered in Jersey (JE) and operates extensively across Africa, Canada, and Australia. Founded in 1888, the company has played a pivotal role in shaping the global diamond market, with significant milestones including the establishment of the Diamond Trading Company and the launch of the Forevermark brand. Specialising in diamond exploration, mining, and retail, De Beers is distinguished by its commitment to ethical sourcing and sustainability. The company’s core offerings include rough diamonds, polished stones, and luxury jewellery, each characterised by exceptional quality and craftsmanship. As a market leader, De Beers has consistently set industry standards, making it synonymous with luxury and prestige in the world of fine jewellery.

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33

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Precious Metal Production industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

18

Industry Benchmark

De Beers plc's score of 33 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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De Beers plc's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Anglo American Investments (UK) Limited

De Beers plc, headquartered in Jersey (JE), has set ambitious climate commitments to address its carbon emissions. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, the company has committed to significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. De Beers aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company has set a target to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by 25% within the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support the global effort to limit warming to 1.5°C. De Beers is also committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, reinforcing its dedication to sustainability in the mining sector. It is important to note that De Beers plc's climate commitments and targets are cascaded from its parent company, De Beers Group, which is part of the Anglo American plc corporate family. This relationship influences the company's strategic approach to emissions reduction and sustainability initiatives.

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20212022
Scope 1
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0,000,000,000
Scope 2
-
0,000,000,000
Scope 3
98,530,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is De Beers plc's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. De Beers plc's primary industry is Precious Metal Production, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is De Beers plc's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for De Beers plc is in JE, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

De Beers plc's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Processing of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 49% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2021
Processing of Sold Products
49%
Use of Sold Products
21%
Investments
10%
Capital Goods
8%
Purchased Goods and Services
7%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
2%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
2%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

De Beers plc's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

De Beers plc has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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