Impala Platinum
Impala Platinum Holdings Limited, commonly known as Impala Platinum or Implats, is a leading player in the global platinum group metals (PGMs) industry. Headquartered in South Africa (ZA), the company primarily operates in the Bushveld Complex, a rich mineral region renowned for its high-grade platinum deposits. Founded in 1966, Implats has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its mining operations and the development of innovative refining processes. The company focuses on the extraction and refining of platinum, palladium, rhodium, and other PGMs, setting itself apart with its commitment to sustainable practices and technological advancements. As one of the largest producers of platinum in the world, Impala Platinum has established a strong market position, recognised for its operational excellence and contributions to the global supply chain of precious metals.
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Impala Platinum's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Impala Platinum reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,000,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 498,568,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 3,523,981,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,016,178,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects the company's ongoing commitment to transparency in its carbon footprint across all scopes. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, including a long-term target to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, as part of its Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitment. This target encompasses all scopes of emissions, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to climate action. In previous years, Impala Platinum's emissions have varied, with significant figures such as 3,413,840,000 kg CO2e in 2019 and 3,544,460,000 kg CO2e in 2022, indicating a focus on reducing its environmental impact over time. The company continues to work towards its climate goals while maintaining its position in the mining sector, which is critical for the global economy.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 399,521,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,187,970,000 | 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 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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