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 total carbon emissions of approximately 205,624,700 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 205,624,700 kg CO2e. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 65,861,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 3,691,900 kg CO2e. The total emissions for Scope 1 and 2 combined reached about 69,552,900 kg CO2e. In terms of reduction initiatives, IGO has set a target to achieve net zero emissions across its future portfolio of managed operations by 2035. Notably, the company successfully reached its short-term goal of net zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions at its Nova Operation by 30 June 2025, primarily through emission reduction activities and the voluntary cancellation of Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs). This target will be maintained until the operation transitions to closure. Additionally, IGO has implemented decarbonisation projects at Nova, resulting in emissions savings of about 22% since the 2019 baseline. The company also aims to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 10% from the FY20 baseline through targeted projects. Overall, IGO's commitment to sustainability is evident in its ambitious targets and ongoing efforts to reduce its carbon footprint, aligning with industry standards for climate action.
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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.