Freeport Indonesia
Freeport Indonesia, officially known as PT Freeport Indonesia, is a leading mining company headquartered in Jakarta, Indonesia. Established in 1967, it has become a significant player in the mining industry, primarily focusing on the extraction of copper and gold from its vast operations in the Grasberg mine, located in Papua. With a commitment to sustainable practices, Freeport Indonesia has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in mining technology and environmental stewardship. The company is renowned for its high-quality copper concentrate and gold production, which positions it as one of the largest producers in the world. Freeport Indonesia's dedication to innovation and responsible mining has solidified its market position, making it a key contributor to Indonesia's economy and a leader in the global mining sector.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Freeport Indonesia'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.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Nickel Mining industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
Freeport Indonesia's score of 20 is lower than 50% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Let us know if this data was useful to you
Freeport Indonesia's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Freeport Indonesia reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,546,198,000 kg CO2e, with emissions primarily from Scope 1, which accounted for the entirety of their reported emissions. Notably, Scope 1 emissions were 2,546,198,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were reported as 0 kg CO2e. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions included approximately 334,827,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services, 276,324,000 kg CO2e from fuel and energy-related activities, and 44,238,000 kg CO2e from upstream transportation and distribution. Freeport Indonesia has set intensity reduction targets for its copper production, aiming for a reduction of approximately 3,520 kg CO2e per metric ton of copper produced. This target reflects a commitment to improving sustainability within its operations, although no specific science-based targets (SBTi) or climate pledges have been disclosed. The company has shown a consistent trend in emissions over the years, with Scope 1 emissions increasing from approximately 2,214,265,000 kg CO2e in 2019 to the current figure in 2023. The absence of Scope 2 emissions indicates a potential focus on direct emissions management, while the reported Scope 3 emissions highlight the importance of addressing supply chain impacts. Overall, Freeport Indonesia's emissions data and reduction initiatives underscore its ongoing commitment to addressing climate change, although further details on specific reduction strategies and targets would enhance transparency and accountability in its climate commitments.
Unlock detailed emissions data
Access structured emissions data, company-specific emission factors, and source documents
| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,212,265,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 |
Industry emissions intensity
Location emissions intensity
Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Freeport Indonesia is participating in some 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.
