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Freeport-McMoRan Inc., commonly referred to as Freeport, is a leading player in the chemical and fertilizer minerals sector, with its headquarters located in the United States. Founded in 1912, the company has established a strong presence in mining and quarrying, focusing on a diverse range of products, including copper, gold, and molybdenum, alongside various chemical and fertiliser minerals.
With significant operations in North America, South America, and Indonesia, Freeport-McMoRan has achieved notable milestones, including its role as one of the largest copper producers globally. The company is recognised for its commitment to sustainable mining practices and innovation in mineral extraction, setting it apart in a competitive market. Freeport's extensive portfolio and strategic positioning underscore its reputation as a key contributor to the global mining industry.
+40 vs industry average
Freeport Mcmoran’s score of 58 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Salt and Mineral Mining has above-average carbon intensity
The Salt and Mineral Mining industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Freeport-McMoRan Inc., a US-headquartered company in the Chemical and fertilizer minerals, salt, and other mining and quarrying products n.e.c. industry, reported its most recent carbon emissions for 2025. Total emissions for 2025 were approximately 13.992 billion kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of 5.06 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions of 2.892 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 6.04 billion kg CO2e.
Looking at previous years, in 2024, the company reported total emissions of approximately 14.286 billion kg CO2e. This comprised Scope 1 emissions of 5.408 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions of 2.484 billion kg CO2e (with location-based Scope 2 emissions at 2.752 billion kg CO2e), and Scope 3 emissions of 6.784 billion kg CO2e, which included 3.206 billion kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. For 2023, total emissions were approximately 13.992 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 5.139523 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based at 2.624651 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 6.428197 billion kg CO2e.
Freeport-McMoRan has set several climate commitments. The company aims to reduce the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions intensity of its Americas Copper operations by 15% from a 2018 baseline by 2030. Additionally, it has committed to reducing the GHG emissions intensity of its Indonesia operations by 30% by 2030, also from a 2018 baseline. Furthermore, the company has established absolute reduction targets for 2030 from a 2018 baseline, including a 50% reduction in GHG emissions for its Atlantic Copper smelter & refinery and a 35% reduction for its primary molybdenum sites. These targets cover nearly 100% of global Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions. The company's commitment to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) was removed in April 2022. All emissions data and reduction initiatives are directly reported by Freeport-McMoRan Inc. and are not cascaded from a parent or related organisation.
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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