Public Profile

Hancock Prospecting Pty Ltd

Hancock Prospecting Pty Ltd, a prominent player in the Australian mining industry, is headquartered in Perth, Western Australia. Founded in 1994 by the late Gina Rinehart, the company has established itself as a leader in iron ore exploration and production, primarily operating in the Pilbara region. With a focus on high-quality iron ore, Hancock Prospecting is renowned for its innovative mining techniques and commitment to sustainability. The company’s flagship projects, including the Roy Hill mine, exemplify its dedication to operational excellence and environmental stewardship. Hancock Prospecting has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a key contributor to Australia’s resource sector. Its unique approach to mining and strong market presence underscore its reputation as a trusted name in the industry.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Hancock Prospecting Pty Ltd'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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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Non-Ferrous Metal 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Hancock Prospecting Pty Ltd's score of 4 is lower than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Hancock Prospecting Pty Ltd's reported carbon emissions

Hancock Prospecting Pty Ltd, headquartered in Australia, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data or specific reduction targets. As such, there are no reported figures for their Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions. The company has not outlined any formal climate commitments or initiatives aimed at reducing carbon emissions. In the absence of specific data, it is unclear how Hancock Prospecting is addressing climate change or contributing to sustainability efforts within the mining industry.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Hancock Prospecting Pty Ltd's primary industry is Other non-ferrous metal ores and concentrates, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. Hancock Prospecting Pty Ltd is headquartered in AU, which has a rank of very high, indicating very high grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Hancock Prospecting Pty Ltd is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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