Petra Diamonds
Petra Diamonds Limited, a prominent player in the diamond mining industry, is headquartered in Great Britain (GB) and operates primarily in South Africa and Tanzania. Founded in 1997, the company has established itself as a leader in the exploration, mining, and sale of high-quality diamonds, with a focus on sustainable practices and community engagement. Petra Diamonds is renowned for its exceptional product offerings, including some of the world's most exquisite gem-quality diamonds. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as the acquisition of several key mines, which has bolstered its market position. With a commitment to ethical sourcing and innovative mining techniques, Petra Diamonds continues to set itself apart in a competitive landscape, making it a notable name in the global diamond market.
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Petra Diamonds's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Petra Diamonds reported total carbon emissions of approximately 423,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 36,586,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 384,283,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 2,098,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 431,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight reduction. Over the past few years, Petra Diamonds has made significant strides in managing its carbon footprint. In 2022, the company reported total emissions of approximately 475,238,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 26,650,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 437,731,000 kg CO2e. The trend shows a commitment to reducing emissions, particularly in Scope 1 and 2 categories. Petra Diamonds has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, with an aspiration to achieve this target by 2040. This commitment reflects a long-term strategy to enhance sustainability and reduce environmental impact. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are reported directly by Petra Diamonds Limited. The company continues to focus on transparency and accountability in its climate initiatives, aligning with industry standards for emissions reporting.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 55,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 531,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Petra Diamonds 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.
