Ero Copper
Ero Copper Corp, commonly referred to as Ero Copper, is a prominent player in the mining industry, headquartered in Canada. The company primarily operates in Brazil, focusing on the exploration and production of copper, gold, and silver. Founded in 2017, Ero Copper has quickly established itself as a significant entity in the sector, marked by its acquisition of the MCSA Mining Complex, which includes the highly productive Caraíba Mine. Ero Copper is renowned for its commitment to sustainable mining practices and innovative extraction techniques, setting it apart from competitors. The company’s core products include high-grade copper concentrates, which are essential for various industrial applications. With a strong market position, Ero Copper has achieved notable milestones, including substantial increases in production capacity and resource expansion, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the copper mining landscape.
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Ero Copper's score of 19 is higher than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Ero Copper's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Ero Copper reported total carbon emissions of approximately 132,430,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 42,100,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which primarily arise from direct operations, and 15,471,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, associated with purchased electricity. The company also recorded significant Scope 3 emissions, amounting to 74,859,000 kg CO2e, which encompass indirect emissions from the supply chain and product use. In 2021, Ero Copper's total emissions were about 126,688,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 33,338,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 13,399,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were approximately 79,950,000 kg CO2e. The company has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate strategy, indicating a potential area for future development in its sustainability efforts. Ero Copper's carbon intensity metrics show that in 2022, the carbon intensity for Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions per tonne of ore milled was 18.0 kg CO2e, while for copper equivalent production, it was 980.0 kg CO2e. Overall, Ero Copper's emissions data reflects a significant carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 3 emissions, highlighting the need for enhanced climate commitments and reduction strategies moving forward.
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Add to project| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 28,386,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 10,633,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 57,850,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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