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Hochschild Mining

Hochschild Mining plc, a prominent player in the precious metals sector, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1911, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Peru and Mexico, where it focuses on silver and gold mining. Hochschild Mining is renowned for its commitment to sustainable practices and innovative extraction techniques, setting it apart in the competitive mining industry. With a diverse portfolio of high-quality assets, Hochschild Mining has achieved significant milestones, including the development of several world-class mines. The company is recognised for its operational excellence and has garnered a reputation for delivering consistent production and strong financial performance. As a leader in the mining sector, Hochschild Mining continues to drive growth while prioritising environmental stewardship and community engagement.

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41

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Salt and Mineral 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

Hochschild Mining's score of 41 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Hochschild Mining's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Hochschild Mining, headquartered in Great Britain, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 108,017,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 42,475,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 65,542,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, with an additional 25,872,000 kg CO2e attributed to Scope 3 emissions. Over the years, Hochschild Mining has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. For instance, in 2020, the company recorded total emissions of about 81,901,000 kg CO2e, indicating a significant reduction from previous years. The company has disclosed emissions data for Scopes 1, 2, and 3, showcasing its transparency in reporting. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined in their recent reports, Hochschild Mining continues to focus on sustainability practices within the mining industry. The company’s emissions intensity per thousand ounces of total silver equivalent produced has shown a downward trend, reflecting ongoing efforts to improve operational efficiency and reduce environmental impact. Hochschild Mining's climate commitments align with industry standards, emphasising the importance of accountability and proactive measures in addressing climate change.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Hochschild Mining's primary industry is Chemical and fertilizer minerals, salt and other mining and quarrying products n.e.c., which is low 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. This request for Hochschild Mining is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Hochschild Mining is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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