Fresnillo plc, a prominent player in the chemical and fertilizer minerals sector, is headquartered in Mexico (MX) and operates primarily in the mining and quarrying industry. Founded in 2007, the company has established itself as a leader in the extraction of silver and gold, alongside a diverse portfolio of other mineral products.
Fresnillo's unique approach to sustainable mining practices sets it apart, ensuring minimal environmental impact while maximising resource efficiency. With significant operations in Mexico, the company has achieved notable milestones, including becoming the world's largest producer of silver from ore. Its commitment to innovation and quality has solidified its market position, making Fresnillo a key contributor to the global mining landscape.
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Fresnillo’s score of 53 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Salt and Mineral Mining has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Salt and Mineral Mining industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
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Fresnillo's reported carbon emissions
Fresnillo plc, a mining company headquartered in Mexico, is committed to reporting its carbon emissions. For the 2025 reporting year, the company reported a Scope 1 and 2 total of approximately 531,282,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 37,634,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 market-based emissions at approximately 112,843,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2025 included purchased goods and services at approximately 132,583,000 kg CO2e and downstream transportation and distribution at approximately 17,067,000 kg CO2e.
In 2024, Fresnillo's Scope 1 and 2 emissions reached approximately 598,581,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were approximately 43,728,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 market-based emissions were approximately 129,459,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 for 2024 included purchased goods and services at approximately 147,672,000 kg CO2e and downstream transportation and distribution at approximately 20,009,000 kg CO2e.
Looking at previous years, Fresnillo reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 825,325,000 kg CO2e in 2023, with Scope 1 at approximately 469,146,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 market-based at approximately 356,179,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions in 2023 totalled approximately 728,734,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from processing of sold products (approximately 490,894,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (approximately 157,073,000 kg CO2e).
In 2022, total Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 968,249,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 545,970,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 market-based at approximately 422,279,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2022 amounted to approximately 700,479,000 kg CO2e.
For 2021, Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 894,149,000 kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 at approximately 544,107,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 market-based at approximately 350,042,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were approximately 713,042,000 kg CO2e.
Emissions data for Fresnillo plc is cascaded from the organisation itself, indicating that this data is reported directly by Fresnillo plc without inheritance from a higher corporate entity. The company has disclosed its Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, along with specific upstream categories within Scope 3. There are no specific reduction targets or achievements publicly detailed in the provided information.
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Fresnillo’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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