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Norilsk Nickel

Norilsk Nickel, officially known as MMC Norilsk Nickel, is a leading global mining and metallurgical company headquartered in Russia. Established in 1935, the company has grown to become a major player in the mining industry, primarily focusing on the extraction and production of nickel, palladium, platinum, and copper. With significant operations in the Norilsk region of Siberia and the Kola Peninsula, Norilsk Nickel is renowned for its high-quality products and innovative technologies. The company is distinguished by its commitment to sustainable practices and environmental responsibility, positioning itself as a leader in the production of non-ferrous metals. Notable achievements include being one of the largest producers of nickel and palladium worldwide, contributing significantly to the global supply chain. With a strong market presence, Norilsk Nickel continues to drive advancements in the mining sector while maintaining a focus on efficiency and sustainability.

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31

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Nickel Mining 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.

22

Industry Benchmark

Norilsk Nickel's score of 31 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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Norilsk Nickel's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Norilsk Nickel reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,700,000 kg CO2e, comprising 2,200,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 10,300,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 6,300,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. In previous years, emissions were as follows: in 2022, total emissions were about 9,900,000 kg CO2e; in 2021, they were approximately 10,300,000 kg CO2e; and in 2020, they reached around 9,690,000 kg CO2e. The data indicates a general trend of maintaining emissions levels, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions consistently reported together, reflecting the company's operational impact. Norilsk Nickel's climate commitments remain vague, with no specific reduction targets outlined in their disclosures. The company operates within the non-ferrous metals industry, which is under increasing scrutiny for its environmental impact, particularly regarding greenhouse gas emissions. As such, Norilsk Nickel's ongoing efforts to address climate change will be critical in aligning with global sustainability goals.

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Scope 1
10,200,000,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
100,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
-
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Norilsk Nickel's primary industry is Nickel ores and concentrates, which is low 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. This request for Norilsk Nickel is in RU, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Norilsk Nickel is participating in some 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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