Igo Limited, commonly referred to as Igo, is a prominent Australian company headquartered in Perth, Western Australia. Founded in 2000, Igo has established itself as a key player in the mining and resources sector, focusing primarily on nickel, copper, and cobalt production. The company operates major projects across Australia, particularly in the highly productive regions of Western Australia. Igo is renowned for its commitment to sustainable mining practices and innovative technologies, which set its core services apart in the industry. With a strong emphasis on environmental stewardship, Igo has achieved notable milestones, including significant resource discoveries and strategic partnerships. As a leader in the market, Igo continues to enhance its position through a robust portfolio of high-quality assets and a dedication to responsible resource development.
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In 2025, IGO Limited reported significant carbon emissions from its operations in Australia, totalling approximately 205,624,700 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 65,861,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 3,691,900 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 205,624,700 kg CO2e. Notably, the company has achieved a 22% reduction in emissions at its Nova Operation since 2019, reflecting its commitment to decarbonisation. IGO has set ambitious climate targets, aiming for net zero emissions across its future portfolio of managed operations by 2035. Additionally, the company has successfully reached its short-term goal of net zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions at the Nova Operation by 30 June 2025, achieved through emission reduction activities and the voluntary cancellation of Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs). The company is actively pursuing further reductions, with plans to decrease Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 10% from a FY20 baseline through targeted projects. IGO's commitment to sustainability is evident in its ongoing efforts to address emissions across all scopes, with a focus on both immediate and long-term climate goals.
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2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 37,181,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 18,245,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Igo 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.