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updated 2 months ago

Kghm Polska Miedz Sustainability Profile

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KGHM Polska Miedź S.A., commonly referred to as KGHM, is a leading global player in the copper and silver mining industry, headquartered in Poland. Established in 1961, the company has grown to become one of the largest producers of copper in Europe, with significant operations in regions such as Poland, Chile, and Canada. KGHM's core business areas include the extraction and processing of copper, silver, and other valuable minerals. The company is renowned for its innovative mining techniques and commitment to sustainable practices, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a strong focus on efficiency and environmental responsibility, KGHM has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in technology and significant production increases. As a key contributor to the global metals market, KGHM Polska Miedź continues to solidify its position through strategic investments and a diverse portfolio of high-quality products.

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17

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.

27

Industry Benchmark

Kghm Polska Miedz's score of 17 is lower than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Kghm Polska Miedz's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, KGHM Polska Miedz reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 4.5 billion kg CO2e, comprising 2.34 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2.16 billion kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. For 2022, the total emissions were approximately 6.46 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 2.27 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions also at 2.27 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 1.85 billion kg CO2e. KGHM has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, and there are no SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) reduction targets reported. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that it operates independently in its reporting and climate strategies. Overall, KGHM Polska Miedz is actively monitoring its carbon emissions but currently lacks defined reduction targets or significant climate pledges.

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201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
1,330,000,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 2
1,990,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 3
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-
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0,000,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Kghm Polska Miedz's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kghm Polska Miedz's primary industry is Copper Products, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Kghm Polska Miedz's Location?

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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 Kghm Polska Miedz is in PL, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Kghm Polska Miedz's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 29% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 61% of Scope 3 emissions.

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2022
Purchased Goods and Services
61%
Capital Goods
15%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
14%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
7%
Employee Commuting
2%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Kghm Polska Miedz's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Kghm Polska Miedz has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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