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Jinchuan

Jinchuan International Holdings Limited, commonly referred to as Jinchuan, is a prominent player in the global mining and metals industry, headquartered in Hong Kong. Established in 1996, the company has made significant strides in the extraction and trading of non-ferrous metals, particularly copper and cobalt, with major operations spanning across Asia and Africa. Jinchuan is renowned for its commitment to sustainable practices and innovation in resource management. Its core offerings include high-quality metal products and comprehensive supply chain solutions, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a strong focus on operational excellence, Jinchuan has achieved notable milestones, solidifying its position as a leader in the industry. The company continues to expand its influence, driven by a dedication to quality and sustainability.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Jinchuan'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.

33

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Copper Mining 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.

20

Industry Benchmark

Jinchuan's score of 33 is higher than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Jinchuan's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Jinchuan reported total carbon emissions of approximately 59,516,000 kg CO2e, comprising 2,207,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 59,516,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 2,114,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marked a significant reduction from previous years, particularly from 2022, where total emissions were about 23,850,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, Jinchuan's emissions included 3,961,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 64,739,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 4,496,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The company has shown a trend of fluctuating emissions over the years, with total emissions reaching approximately 22,751,000 kg CO2e in 2021, 16,890,000 kg CO2e in 2020, and 11,597,000 kg CO2e in 2019. Despite these figures, Jinchuan has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company operates within the mining and metals industry, which is under increasing scrutiny for its environmental impact, highlighting the importance of transparent climate commitments moving forward.

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Scope 1
11,597,000
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Scope 2
1,035,000
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Scope 3
11,597,000
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00,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Jinchuan's primary industry is Copper ores and concentrates, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Jinchuan is in HK, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Jinchuan 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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