Fortescue
Fortescue Metals Group Ltd, commonly known as Fortescue, is a leading Australian iron ore producer headquartered in Perth, Western Australia. Founded in 2003, the company has rapidly established itself as a key player in the global mining industry, particularly in the Pilbara region, where it operates extensive iron ore mines. Fortescue is renowned for its innovative approach to mining and logistics, offering high-quality iron ore products that cater to the demands of international markets. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the development of the world-class Solomon Hub and the introduction of sustainable practices in its operations. With a strong commitment to environmental stewardship and community engagement, Fortescue has positioned itself as a responsible leader in the sector, consistently ranking among the top iron ore producers globally.
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Fortescue's score of 44 is lower than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Fortescue's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Fortescue Metals Group Ltd reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2550000000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 2200 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 350000000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at about 267610 kg CO2e. This reflects a commitment to reducing emissions across all scopes, as the company has pledged to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, with a long-term target set in 2023. Over the years, Fortescue has demonstrated a trend of emissions reduction, particularly in Scope 1 emissions, which decreased from about 2270000000 kg CO2e in 2020 to approximately 2200 kg CO2e in 2023. The company has also signed the Amazon Climate Pledge, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and climate action. Fortescue's emissions data indicates a significant reliance on Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for the majority of their carbon footprint in previous years, highlighting the importance of addressing upstream and downstream activities in their climate strategy. The company is actively working towards its net-zero goal, aligning with industry standards and best practices in climate management.
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Add to project| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,920,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000 | 000 | 000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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Fortescue 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.
