Exxaro
Exxaro Resources Limited, a leading South African mining company, is headquartered in Pretoria, ZA. Founded in 2006, Exxaro has rapidly established itself as a key player in the coal and mineral resources industry, with significant operations in the Limpopo and Mpumalanga regions. The company focuses on the production of high-quality coal, iron ore, and other minerals, catering to both domestic and international markets. Exxaro is renowned for its commitment to sustainable mining practices and innovation, which sets it apart in the competitive landscape. With a strong emphasis on environmental stewardship and community engagement, Exxaro has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its corporate social responsibility initiatives. As a prominent entity in the mining sector, Exxaro continues to drive growth and contribute to the South African economy while maintaining a focus on sustainability and operational excellence.
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Exxaro's score of 12 is higher than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Exxaro's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Exxaro's carbon emissions totalled approximately 74,488,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 1,900 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 3,640 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and the majority from Scope 3. In 2021, the company reported total emissions of about 70,931,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 345,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 650,000,000 kg CO2e. Exxaro has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. However, they continue to monitor and report their emissions, indicating a commitment to transparency in their environmental impact. The company’s carbon intensity metrics suggest ongoing efforts to manage and potentially reduce their carbon footprint, although no formal reduction targets have been established. Overall, Exxaro's emissions profile highlights the significant impact of Scope 3 emissions, which represent the largest portion of their total emissions, underscoring the challenges faced by the mining industry in addressing climate change.
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Get Started| 2021 | 2022 | |
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| Scope 1 | 345,000,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 2 | 650,000,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 3 | 70,931,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Exxaro is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
