ERG Africa
ERG Africa, officially known as Eurasian Resources Group Africa, is a prominent player in the mining and resource sector, headquartered in South Africa (ZA). Established in 2014, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across key regions in Africa, focusing on mining, metallurgy, and energy. With a commitment to sustainable practices, ERG Africa offers a diverse range of products, including copper, cobalt, and other minerals, distinguished by their high quality and responsible sourcing. The company has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a leader in the African mining industry, recognised for its innovative approaches and community engagement initiatives. Through its strategic operations and dedication to excellence, ERG Africa continues to strengthen its market presence, contributing to the continent's economic development while adhering to international standards.
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How does ERG Africa's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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ERG Africa's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, ERG Africa reported total carbon emissions of approximately 29,400,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes about 29,300,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and around 100,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Compared to 2022, when total emissions were about 29,800,000,000 kg CO2e, this marks a slight reduction in overall emissions. Over the past few years, ERG Africa's emissions have shown a general downward trend, decreasing from approximately 30,300,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021 to the current figure. The company has consistently reported emissions across Scope 1 and Scope 2, but there is no available data for Scope 3 emissions in recent years. Despite these reductions, ERG Africa has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, reflecting a commitment to transparency in its environmental impact.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 23,768,926,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 365,746,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 24,134,672,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | - |
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ERG Africa 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.
