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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In 2023, KGHM Polska Miedz reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4.5 billion kg CO2e, comprising about 2.34 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 2.16 billion kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data for this year. In 2022, the total emissions were around 6.46 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 2.27 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions also around 2.27 billion kg CO2e. Notably, Scope 3 emissions were reported at about 1.85 billion kg CO2e, indicating a significant contribution from upstream activities. KGHM has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, nor has it engaged with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for formal reduction targets. The absence of documented reduction strategies suggests a need for enhanced climate action within the organisation. Overall, KGHM's emissions data highlights the substantial carbon footprint associated with its operations, particularly in the mining and metals sector, underscoring the importance of developing robust climate strategies moving forward.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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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 | - | 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.