KAZ Minerals Limited
KAZ Minerals Limited, a prominent player in the mining industry, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates primarily in Kazakhstan and other regions. Founded in 2005, the company has established itself as a leading copper producer, focusing on the development and operation of copper mines. KAZ Minerals is renowned for its high-quality copper products, which are essential for various industrial applications, including electrical wiring and renewable energy technologies. The company’s commitment to sustainable practices and innovation sets it apart in a competitive market. With significant achievements such as the successful expansion of its operations and a strong market position, KAZ Minerals continues to play a vital role in the global copper supply chain, contributing to the transition towards a low-carbon economy.
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KAZ Minerals Limited's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, KAZ Minerals Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,840,000,000 kg CO2e for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This represents a slight decrease from 2022, where emissions were also around 2,725,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has made strides in reducing its carbon footprint per unit of production, achieving approximately 7,000 kg CO2e per tonne of copper produced in 2023, down from 7,200 kg CO2e in 2022. KAZ Minerals has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or any formal climate pledges. However, the company continues to focus on improving energy efficiency and reducing emissions associated with its operations. The reported energy use per tonne of sulphide ore processed remains consistent at about 190 kg CO2e, indicating a stable approach to managing energy consumption in its production processes. Overall, while KAZ Minerals Limited has shown some progress in emissions management, the absence of formal reduction targets suggests an opportunity for further commitment to climate action in the mining sector.
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| 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,725,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,725,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - |
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KAZ Minerals Limited 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.
