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Glencore Canada Corporation Sustainability Profile

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Glencore Canada Corporation, a subsidiary of the global commodity trading and mining powerhouse Glencore, is headquartered in Canada. With a strong presence in key operational regions such as Alberta and British Columbia, the company plays a pivotal role in the natural resources sector. Founded in 1974, Glencore has evolved into a leader in the mining and trading of metals and minerals, including copper, zinc, and nickel. The company is renowned for its integrated supply chain, which uniquely positions it to manage the entire lifecycle of its products, from extraction to marketing. Glencore Canada’s commitment to sustainability and responsible sourcing further enhances its market position, making it a trusted partner in the industry. With a focus on innovation and efficiency, Glencore Canada continues to achieve notable milestones, solidifying its reputation as a key player in the global commodities market.

DitchCarbon Score

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48

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other Non-Ferrous Metal Products 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.

17

Industry Benchmark

Glencore Canada Corporation's score of 48 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Glencore Canada Corporation's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Glencore plc

Glencore Canada Corporation, headquartered in Canada, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as no emissions figures are available. The company is a current subsidiary of Glencore plc, which may influence its climate commitments and performance metrics. While Glencore Canada Corporation has not outlined specific reduction targets or initiatives, it is important to note that it inherits climate commitments and performance data from its parent company, Glencore plc. This relationship may include broader sustainability initiatives and targets set at the corporate level, such as those related to the Climate Pledge and other industry standards. As a subsidiary, Glencore Canada Corporation's climate strategy may align with the overarching goals of Glencore plc, which is actively engaged in reducing its carbon footprint and addressing climate change. However, without specific data or commitments from Glencore Canada Corporation itself, a detailed assessment of its emissions and climate actions remains unavailable.

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How Carbon Intensive is Glencore Canada Corporation's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Glencore Canada Corporation's primary industry is Other non-ferrous metal products, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Glencore Canada Corporation's Location?

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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 Glencore Canada Corporation is in CA, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Glencore Canada Corporation's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Glencore Canada Corporation's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 3% last year and increased by approximately 29% since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 80% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Use of Sold Products
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Fuel and Energy Related Activities
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Glencore Canada Corporation's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Glencore Canada Corporation has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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