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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does KAZ Minerals Limited'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.
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KAZ Minerals Limited's score of 12 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
KAZ Minerals Limited's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, KAZ Minerals Limited reported carbon emissions of approximately 2,840,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined. This represents a slight decrease from 2022, where emissions were about 2,825,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with emissions per unit of copper produced reported at 7,000 kg CO2e 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 other climate pledges. However, the company continues to focus on improving energy efficiency, as indicated by its energy use per tonne of sulphide ore processed, which remains at 190 kg CO2e. Overall, while KAZ Minerals Limited has made strides in managing its emissions, further transparency regarding specific reduction targets and initiatives would enhance its climate commitment profile.
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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 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.
