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Lead, Zinc, and Tin Processing
CA
updated a month ago

Nemaska Lithium Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Nemaska Lithium Inc., a prominent player in the lithium industry, is headquartered in Canada and operates primarily in the province of Quebec. Founded in 2012, the company has rapidly established itself as a key contributor to the global lithium supply chain, focusing on the production of high-purity lithium hydroxide and lithium carbonate. With a commitment to sustainable practices, Nemaska Lithium's unique extraction process sets it apart, ensuring environmentally responsible operations while meeting the growing demand for lithium in electric vehicle batteries and renewable energy storage. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the development of its Whabouchi lithium project, which positions it favourably in the competitive market. As the demand for lithium continues to surge, Nemaska Lithium Inc. is poised to play a vital role in the transition to a greener economy.

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How does Nemaska Lithium 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.

38

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Lead, Zinc, and Tin Processing 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

Nemaska Lithium Inc.'s score of 38 is higher than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Nemaska Lithium Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Arcadium Lithium plc

Nemaska Lithium Inc., headquartered in Canada, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Arcadium Lithium plc, which may influence its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As of now, Nemaska Lithium Inc. has not outlined any specific reduction targets or initiatives. The absence of documented emissions data and reduction commitments suggests that the company is still in the early stages of establishing its climate strategy. Given its affiliation with Arcadium Lithium plc, any potential climate initiatives or emissions data may be cascaded from this parent organization. However, without explicit targets or achievements reported, it is unclear how Nemaska Lithium Inc. aligns with industry standards for carbon reduction. In summary, while Nemaska Lithium Inc. is positioned within the lithium sector, its current lack of emissions data and defined climate commitments indicates a need for further development in its sustainability practices.

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2023
Scope 1
104,509,000
Scope 2
14,067,000
Scope 3
258,965,000

How Carbon Intensive is Nemaska Lithium Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Nemaska Lithium Inc.'s primary industry is Lead, zinc and tin and products thereof, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Nemaska Lithium Inc.'s Location?

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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 Nemaska Lithium Inc. is in CA, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Nemaska Lithium Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 69% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 61% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
61%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
23%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
10%
Capital Goods
2%
Waste Generated in Operations
2%
Employee Commuting
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Nemaska Lithium Inc.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Nemaska Lithium Inc. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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