Lynas Rare Earths Limited, commonly referred to as Lynas, is a leading player in the rare earths industry, headquartered in Malaysia. Founded in 1983, the company has established itself as a key supplier of high-quality rare earth materials, primarily serving the growing demand in sectors such as electronics, renewable energy, and automotive industries. With major operational regions in Australia and Malaysia, Lynas is renowned for its unique processing capabilities, particularly in the extraction of neodymium and praseodymium, essential for manufacturing powerful magnets. The company has achieved significant milestones, including becoming one of the largest rare earth producers outside of China, positioning itself as a critical contributor to the global supply chain. Lynas continues to innovate and expand, solidifying its market position through sustainable practices and a commitment to responsible sourcing.
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In 2023, Lynas Rare Earths, headquartered in Malaysia (MY), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 42,952,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 43,568,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This brings their combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions to around 86,520,000 kg CO2e. The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. In the previous year, 2022, Lynas reported Scope 1 emissions of about 40,807,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 42,831,000 kg CO2e, resulting in total emissions of around 83,638,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight increase in emissions from 2022 to 2023. Lynas has not provided data for Scope 3 emissions, which typically encompass indirect emissions from the supply chain and product use. The company has not set any specific science-based targets (SBTi) or documented reduction initiatives, reflecting a potential area for future commitment. Overall, while Lynas Rare Earths has made strides in transparency regarding its emissions, further details on reduction strategies and targets would enhance its climate commitment profile.
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2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 10,510,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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