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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Kghm Polska Miedz's score of 17 is lower than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, KGHM Polska Miedz reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 4,500,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 2,340,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2,160,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. In 2022, their total emissions were about 6,463,500,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 2,272,500,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions also at 2,272,500,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at 1,849,000,000 kg CO2e. KGHM has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their 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 all reported figures are directly from KGHM Polska Miedz S.A. The company continues to focus on its operational efficiency and aims to manage its carbon footprint, particularly in the context of its significant role in the copper and mining industry.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,330,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 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 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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Kghm Polska Miedz 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.
