Jiangxi Copper
Jiangxi Copper Corporation Limited, commonly referred to as Jiangxi Copper, is a leading player in the global copper industry, headquartered in Jiangxi Province, China. Established in 1979, the company has grown to become one of the largest copper producers in Asia, with significant operations across various regions, including mining, smelting, and refining. Specialising in copper production, Jiangxi Copper offers a range of core products, including copper cathodes, rods, and various copper alloys, distinguished by their high purity and quality. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as being listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, which has bolstered its market position. With a commitment to sustainable practices and innovation, Jiangxi Copper continues to play a pivotal role in the global copper supply chain, contributing to various industries, from electronics to construction.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Jiangxi Copper's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Copper Products 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.
Industry Benchmark
Jiangxi Copper's score of 7 is lower than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Jiangxi Copper's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Jiangxi Copper reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,628,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 263,100,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2,024,600,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marked an increase from 2022, where emissions totalled about 2,315,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, the company recorded total emissions of approximately 2,170,000,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Jiangxi Copper has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing its carbon footprint. The absence of documented climate pledges or SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) commitments suggests that the company may be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. As a major player in the copper industry, Jiangxi Copper's emissions profile reflects the broader challenges faced by the sector in addressing climate change and transitioning towards more sustainable practices.
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Get Started| 2020 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 282,245,451 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,922,007,380 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Jiangxi Copper is not committed to any 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.
