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De Beers SA

De Beers SA, a leading name in the diamond industry, is headquartered in Luxembourg (LU) and operates extensively across Africa, Canada, and Australia. Founded in 1888, the company has played a pivotal role in shaping the global diamond market, known for its commitment to ethical sourcing and sustainability. Specialising in diamond exploration, mining, and retail, De Beers offers a unique portfolio of products, including high-quality diamonds and innovative jewellery designs. The brand is synonymous with luxury and craftsmanship, setting industry standards with its iconic "A Diamond is Forever" campaign. With a strong market position, De Beers has achieved numerous accolades, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted leader in the diamond sector. The company's dedication to responsible practices and community development further distinguishes it in a competitive landscape.

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51

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services 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.

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Industry Benchmark

De Beers SA's score of 51 is higher than 97% 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 SA's reported carbon emissions

In 2020, De Beers SA reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,500,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity accounting for about 900,000,000 kg CO2e. This marked a decrease from 1,700,000,000 kg CO2e in 2019 and 1,900,000,000 kg CO2e in 2018, indicating a downward trend in their overall emissions. De Beers has committed to achieving carbon neutrality within its operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 2030. Additionally, the company aims to reduce the energy intensity of its operations by 30% by 2030, using a 2016 baseline for this target. These initiatives reflect De Beers' dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. De Beers SA's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 SA is in LU, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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