Harmony Gold Mining Sustainability Profile
Harmony Gold Mining Company Limited, commonly known as Harmony Gold, is a prominent player in the global mining industry, headquartered in South Africa (ZA). Founded in 1950, the company has established itself as a leading gold producer, primarily operating in the Witwatersrand Basin and the Free State region. Harmony Gold focuses on the exploration, extraction, and processing of gold, with a commitment to sustainable mining practices. Its unique approach combines advanced technology with a strong emphasis on safety and environmental stewardship. Over the years, Harmony has achieved significant milestones, including the acquisition of various mines and a robust portfolio of assets. With a strong market position, Harmony Gold is recognised for its operational excellence and innovative strategies, making it a key contributor to the South African economy and a respected name in the global mining sector.
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Harmony Gold Mining's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Harmony Gold Mining Company Limited reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 5,256,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 157,680,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 4,099,680,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 998,640,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 63% by FY2036, using FY2021 as the baseline year. This target aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is designed to support global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. In previous years, Harmony's emissions were also significant, with 5,456,000,000 kg CO2e in 2023 and 5,813,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022, primarily driven by Scope 2 emissions. The company has consistently reported its emissions across all relevant scopes, demonstrating transparency in its climate impact. Harmony Gold Mining's commitment to reducing emissions reflects its recognition of the mining sector's role in climate change and its responsibility to implement sustainable practices. The company is actively working towards these targets, with progress monitored to ensure alignment with its long-term climate strategy.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 56,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,581,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 615,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 |
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Harmony Gold Mining'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.
Harmony Gold Mining has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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