Molymet
Molymet, officially known as Molibdenos y Metales S.A., is a leading player in the global molybdenum industry, headquartered in Chile (CL). Founded in 1966, the company has established itself as a key supplier of molybdenum and its derivatives, serving various sectors including mining, metallurgy, and chemical industries. With operations spanning across South America, North America, and Europe, Molymet is renowned for its high-quality products such as molybdenum concentrates, oxides, and metal powders. The company’s commitment to innovation and sustainability has positioned it as a market leader, achieving significant milestones in production efficiency and environmental stewardship. Molymet's unique offerings and strategic partnerships have solidified its reputation, making it a trusted name in the molybdenum supply chain.
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Molymet's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Molymet reported total carbon emissions of approximately 253,472 kg CO2e from Scope 3, alongside 31,463 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 9,255 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This reflects a continued commitment to monitoring and managing their carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions. In 2022, the company's total emissions were about 133,508,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 3,056 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 24,684 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 253,413 kg CO2e. This indicates a significant focus on understanding and addressing emissions from their value chain. From 2021, Molymet's emissions data shows a total of 325,987 kg CO2e in Scope 3, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions combined at 78,500 kg CO2e. The company has demonstrated a proactive approach to emissions management, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. Overall, while Molymet has not set formal reduction targets or climate pledges, their emissions data indicates a commitment to transparency and ongoing assessment of their environmental impact. The company continues to engage in practices that align with industry standards for climate responsibility.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 34,826,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 37,982,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Molymet is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
