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Salt and Mineral Mining
US
updated 9 days ago

Freeport Mcmoran

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Freeport-McMoRan Inc., commonly referred to as FCX, is a leading international mining company headquartered in the United States. Established in 1912, Freeport-McMoRan has grown to become a prominent player in the mining industry, with significant operations in North America, South America, and Indonesia. The company primarily focuses on the extraction of copper, gold, and molybdenum, offering unique products that are essential for various industrial applications. With a strong commitment to sustainable mining practices, Freeport-McMoRan has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in environmental stewardship and community engagement. As one of the largest copper producers globally, the company holds a significant market position, contributing to the global supply chain while prioritising responsible resource management.

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48

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Salt and Mineral 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.

22

Industry Benchmark

Freeport Mcmoran's score of 48 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Freeport Mcmoran's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Freeport-McMoRan reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 5,407,573,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at about 6,570,451,000 kg CO2e. The combined total for Scope 1 and 2 emissions was around 7,892,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the company recorded Scope 1 emissions of about 51,110 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 19,065 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 6,428,197,000 kg CO2e. Freeport-McMoRan has set ambitious climate commitments, particularly through its subsidiary Atlantic Copper, which aims to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions (Scope 1 and 2) by 50% by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. This commitment reflects a proactive approach to addressing climate change within the mining sector. Despite these commitments, Freeport-McMoRan has not established a net-zero target and has had previous near-term targets removed. The company operates within the mining sector, which is known for its substantial carbon footprint, making these commitments critical for aligning with global climate goals. Overall, Freeport-McMoRan's emissions data and climate commitments highlight both the challenges and the proactive measures being taken to mitigate environmental impact in the mining industry.

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201620172018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
4,793,264,000
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0,000,000,000
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00,000
00,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 2
4,201,061,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
00,000
0,000,000,000
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Scope 3
618,819,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Freeport Mcmoran's primary industry is Chemical and fertilizer minerals, salt and other mining and quarrying products n.e.c., which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Freeport Mcmoran is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Freeport Mcmoran is not participating in any 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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