Industrias Peñoles S.A. de C.V., commonly referred to as Peñoles, is a leading Mexican mining and metallurgical company headquartered in Mexico City. Established in 1887, Peñoles has grown to become a significant player in the global mining industry, with major operations in regions such as Durango, Zacatecas, and Chihuahua. Specialising in the extraction and processing of silver, gold, lead, and zinc, Peñoles is renowned for its commitment to sustainable practices and innovation in mineral processing. The company’s core products, including refined metals and chemical compounds, are distinguished by their high purity and quality, catering to diverse industrial applications. With a strong market position, Peñoles has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its environmental stewardship and community engagement initiatives, solidifying its reputation as a responsible leader in the mining sector.
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Industrias Penoles Sa De Cv's score of 17 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Industrias Peñoles reported total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of approximately 2.64 million tonnes CO2e, comprising about 1.22 million tonnes from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 1.43 million tonnes from Scope 2 emissions. The company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, as evidenced by its GHG intensity metrics, which indicate a GHG intensity of 25.0 tonnes CO2e per tonne of production. Over the years, Peñoles has made strides in improving its eco-efficiency. For instance, in 2020, the GHG intensity was reported at 1,342 tonnes CO2e per tonne of production, showcasing a significant reduction in emissions intensity over time. The company has also been actively participating in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), where it has received varying scores, with a recent score of B- in 2023, indicating a moderate level of transparency and action on climate-related issues. While specific reduction targets were not detailed, the ongoing improvements in GHG intensity and participation in sustainability reporting reflect Peñoles' commitment to addressing climate change and enhancing its environmental performance within the mining and metals industry.
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Add to project2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,178,300,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 1,922,550,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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Industrias Penoles Sa De Cv is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.