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.
How does Ero Copper'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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Ero Copper's score of 30 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Ero Copper reported total carbon emissions of approximately 55,037,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 71,670,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 79,077,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This represents a notable increase in Scope 1 emissions from 42,063,000 kg CO2e in 2022, while Scope 2 emissions rose from 57,690,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions decreased slightly from 81,090,000 kg CO2e. Ero Copper's emissions data shows a consistent trend of increasing emissions across all scopes over the past few years. For instance, in 2021, the company reported 33,309,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 46,708,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 79,818,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The emissions for 2020 were 27,555,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 39,818,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 53,754,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). Despite the rising emissions, Ero Copper has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The company does not appear to have cascaded any emissions data from a parent organization, and all reported figures are sourced directly from Ero Copper Corp. Overall, Ero Copper's emissions profile highlights the challenges faced in reducing carbon footprints within the mining sector, particularly in the context of increasing operational demands.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 28,386,000 | 00,000,000 | 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 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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.
Ero Copper has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

