Mineral Resources Limited, commonly referred to as MinRes, is a leading Australian mining services and processing company headquartered in Perth, Western Australia. Founded in 1993, MinRes has established itself as a key player in the mining industry, focusing on the extraction and processing of iron ore and lithium, among other minerals. With operations primarily in Western Australia, the company has achieved significant milestones, including the development of innovative mining solutions and a strong commitment to sustainability. MinRes is renowned for its unique integrated business model, which combines mining, processing, and logistics, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness. As a prominent market contender, Mineral Resources has garnered recognition for its operational excellence and strategic partnerships, positioning itself as a trusted name in the resource sector.
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In 2023, Mineral Resources Limited, headquartered in Australia, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 376,951,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 373,461,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 3,490,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025, reflecting a strong commitment to climate action. The emissions data for 2022 indicated a total of about 340,515,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 337,489,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 3,026,000 kg CO2e. This demonstrates a significant increase in emissions in 2023 compared to the previous year. Mineral Resources has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, which typically includes indirect emissions from the supply chain and product use. The company’s reduction initiatives are focused on achieving net-zero emissions in the near term, specifically targeting both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Overall, Mineral Resources Limited is actively working towards substantial emissions reductions, aligning with industry standards and demonstrating a commitment to sustainability in the mining sector.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 84,743,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,391,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Mineral Resources 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.
