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 68% 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 2,287,700,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 263,100,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 2,024,600,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This reflects a slight increase from 2022, where total emissions were approximately 2,315,087,253 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. Jiangxi Copper's emissions data indicates a significant reliance on energy-intensive processes, typical of the copper production industry, which faces increasing pressure to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Overall, while Jiangxi Copper has made strides in reporting its emissions, the absence of defined reduction targets highlights an area for potential improvement in its climate commitments.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 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.
