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Copper Mining
MN
updated 3 months ago

Oyu Tolgoi LLC Sustainability Profile

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Oyu Tolgoi LLC, a prominent player in the mining industry, is headquartered in Mongolia (MN) and primarily operates in the South Gobi region. Founded in 2001, the company has achieved significant milestones, including the development of one of the world's largest copper-gold mines. Oyu Tolgoi is renowned for its high-quality copper and gold production, leveraging advanced mining technologies and sustainable practices that set it apart in the sector. With a strong market position, Oyu Tolgoi LLC has made notable contributions to the Mongolian economy and is committed to responsible mining. The company’s focus on innovation and efficiency has solidified its reputation as a leader in the global mining landscape, making it a key player in the supply of essential minerals.

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39

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Copper 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.

24

Industry Benchmark

Oyu Tolgoi LLC's score of 39 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Oyu Tolgoi LLC's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Rio Tinto Group

Oyu Tolgoi LLC, headquartered in Mongolia (MN), currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Rio Tinto Group, which influences its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As part of its corporate family relationship with Rio Tinto Group, Oyu Tolgoi LLC's climate initiatives and performance metrics are cascaded from this parent organisation. However, specific reduction targets or achievements have not been disclosed for Oyu Tolgoi LLC itself. The company does not report any documented reduction targets or commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) at this time. Oyu Tolgoi LLC's climate strategy may align with broader initiatives from Rio Tinto Group, which is known for its commitments to reducing carbon emissions and enhancing sustainability practices across its operations. However, without specific data or targets from Oyu Tolgoi LLC, a detailed assessment of its carbon footprint and climate commitments remains unclear.

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How Carbon Intensive is Oyu Tolgoi LLC's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Oyu Tolgoi LLC's primary industry is Copper Mining, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Oyu Tolgoi LLC'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 Oyu Tolgoi LLC is in MN, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Oyu Tolgoi LLC'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.

Oyu Tolgoi LLC has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. 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
Reduction Actions

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