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Molycorp, Inc.

Molycorp, Inc., a leading player in the rare earth materials industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2010, the company has rapidly established itself as a key supplier of rare earth oxides and metals, essential for various high-tech applications, including electronics, renewable energy, and advanced manufacturing. With significant operations in North America and a focus on sustainable practices, Molycorp is renowned for its unique ability to produce high-purity rare earth products. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the development of innovative extraction technologies that enhance efficiency and reduce environmental impact. Molycorp's commitment to quality and sustainability has positioned it as a trusted partner in the global supply chain, catering to diverse industries while addressing the growing demand for rare earth elements.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Molycorp, Inc.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

13

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other Non-Ferrous Metal 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Molycorp, Inc.'s score of 13 is lower than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Molycorp, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Molycorp, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have available data on its carbon emissions, as no specific emissions figures have been provided. Additionally, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges outlined in their initiatives. This lack of information suggests that Molycorp may not have publicly committed to specific climate action goals or emissions reduction strategies at this time. As the industry increasingly focuses on sustainability and carbon footprint reduction, Molycorp's future commitments and actions in this area will be crucial for aligning with global climate standards.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Molycorp, Inc.'s primary industry is Other non-ferrous metal products, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Molycorp, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Molycorp, Inc. 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.

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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