Grande Côte Opérations S.A., commonly referred to as GCO, is a prominent player in the mineral sands industry, headquartered in Senegal (SN). Established in 2006, the company has rapidly developed its operations in the Tiouit region, focusing on the extraction and processing of high-quality mineral sands, particularly zircon and ilmenite. GCO is renowned for its commitment to sustainable practices and innovative extraction techniques, which set it apart in a competitive market. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the successful commissioning of its flagship Grande Côte project, which has positioned it as a leading supplier in the global mineral sands sector. With a strong emphasis on environmental stewardship and community engagement, Grande Côte Opérations S.A. continues to solidify its market position while contributing to the local economy.
How does Grande Côte Opérations S.A.'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.
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Grande Côte Opérations S.A.'s score of 25 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Grande Côte Opérations S.A., headquartered in Senegal (SN), currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as no emissions figures are available. The company is a current subsidiary of ERAMET S.A., which may influence its climate commitments and performance metrics. As part of its climate strategy, Grande Côte Opérations S.A. inherits reduction initiatives and targets from its parent company, ERAMET S.A. However, specific reduction targets or achievements for Grande Côte Opérations S.A. are not detailed in the available data. The company does not appear to have set Science-Based Targets (SBTi) or other formal climate pledges at this time. In the context of the industry, it is essential for companies like Grande Côte Opérations S.A. to engage in climate action and transparency, especially given the increasing scrutiny on carbon emissions and sustainability practices. The lack of reported emissions data highlights a potential area for improvement in their environmental reporting and commitment to climate action.
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| 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 5,540,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 |
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.
Grande Côte Opérations S.A. 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.