PanAust Limited, headquartered in Australia, is a prominent player in the mining and metals industry, primarily focused on copper and gold production. Founded in 1975, the company has established a strong operational presence in Southeast Asia, particularly in Laos, where it operates the Phu Kham and Ban Houayxai mines. PanAust is renowned for its commitment to sustainable mining practices and community engagement, setting it apart in the sector. The company’s core services include exploration, mining, and processing, with a focus on delivering high-quality copper and gold products. With a solid market position, PanAust has achieved significant milestones, including successful expansions and a reputation for operational excellence, making it a key contributor to the region's economic development.
How does PanAust'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.
Mean score of companies in the Salt and Mineral 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.
PanAust's score of 20 is lower than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2021, PanAust reported total emissions of approximately 205.6 million kg CO2e, comprising 172.3 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 31.4 million kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. This target reflects a proactive approach to mitigating climate impact, aligning with industry standards for sustainability. Over the past few years, PanAust's emissions have shown a downward trend, with 2020 emissions at approximately 244.3 million kg CO2e and 2019 emissions at about 265.0 million kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed Scope 3 emissions data, indicating a focus on direct operational emissions. PanAust's commitment to achieving near-zero emissions in the near term demonstrates its dedication to climate action and sustainability within the mining sector. The company's initiatives are documented in its Business Review and Sustainability Reports, showcasing its ongoing efforts to address climate change effectively.
Access structured emissions data, company-specific emission factors, and source documents
| 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 145,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 10,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | - |
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.
PanAust 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.


You're welcome to quote or reference data from this page, but please include a visible link back to this URL.
Bulk collection, resale, or redistribution of data from multiple profiles is not permitted.
See our License Agreement for more details.