Public Profile

Mount Gibson Iron

Mount Gibson Iron Limited, commonly referred to as Mount Gibson, is a prominent Australian iron ore producer headquartered in Perth, Western Australia. Established in 1996, the company has made significant strides in the mining industry, focusing primarily on the exploration, development, and production of high-quality iron ore. With major operations in the Mid West region of Western Australia, Mount Gibson is renowned for its unique offerings, including premium iron ore products that cater to the global steel market. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the successful development of its flagship projects, which have solidified its position as a key player in the iron ore sector. Mount Gibson's commitment to sustainable practices and operational excellence further distinguishes it in a competitive landscape, making it a respected name in the mining industry.

DitchCarbon Score

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46

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Iron Ores 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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Mount Gibson Iron's score of 46 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Mount Gibson Iron's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Mount Gibson Iron reported total carbon emissions of approximately 56,981,000 kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, each contributing equally to this total. The company's emissions have shown a downward trend from previous years, with a notable reduction from 60,021,000 kg CO2e in 2022. The breakdown of emissions for 2023 is as follows: Scope 1 emissions totalled 56,981,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions matched this figure, indicating a consistent approach to managing direct and indirect emissions. Scope 3 emissions also accounted for 56,981,000 kg CO2e, reflecting the impact of purchased goods and services. Despite these reductions, Mount Gibson Iron has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company continues to operate within the iron ore mining sector, which is under increasing scrutiny for its environmental impact, highlighting the importance of ongoing efforts to mitigate carbon emissions.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Mount Gibson Iron's primary industry is Iron ores, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Mount Gibson Iron is headquartered in AU, which has a rank of very high, indicating very high grid carbon intensity.

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.

Mount Gibson Iron 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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