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Peabody Energy

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Peabody Energy Corporation, commonly referred to as Peabody, is a leading global coal producer headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1883, the company has a rich history marked by significant milestones in the energy sector. Peabody operates primarily in the coal industry, focusing on the extraction, production, and sale of thermal and metallurgical coal across major regions, including North America and Australia. The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainable mining practices and innovative technologies that enhance operational efficiency. Peabody's core products include high-quality coal that meets diverse energy needs, making it a key player in the global energy market. With a strong market position, Peabody has achieved notable recognition for its efforts in responsible resource management and community engagement, solidifying its reputation as a trusted leader in the coal industry.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Peabody Energy'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.

21

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Recycled Raw Materials 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.

5

Industry Benchmark

Peabody Energy's score of 21 is higher than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Peabody Energy's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Peabody Energy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,106,580,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 557,072,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of about 5,663,651,000 kg CO2e. This reflects their ongoing operations across a global scale. In 2023, the company recorded Scope 1 emissions of about 5,466,875,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 607,151,000 kg CO2e, leading to a total of around 6,074,026,000 kg CO2e. Peabody Energy has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 15% net reduction in Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2026, with a further target of a 20% reduction by 2030. These targets are part of their near-term initiatives to mitigate their carbon footprint, which they have been actively pursuing since 2018. The company is also focused on promoting low-carbon technologies and engaging with various stakeholders to support sustainable practices. Overall, Peabody Energy's emissions data and reduction targets highlight their commitment to addressing climate change while navigating the complexities of the energy sector.

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2018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
8,739,656,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 2
800,872,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Peabody Energy's primary industry is Secondary raw materials, which is very high 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 Peabody Energy is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Peabody Energy is not participating in any 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
Reduction Actions

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