PT Kaltim Prima Coal, commonly referred to as KPC, is a leading coal mining company headquartered in Indonesia. Established in 1982, KPC operates primarily in the East Kalimantan region, where it has developed a reputation for excellence in the coal industry. The company focuses on the extraction and production of high-quality thermal coal, catering to both domestic and international markets. KPC's commitment to sustainable mining practices and community engagement sets it apart in the industry. With a production capacity that ranks among the highest in Indonesia, KPC has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for safety and environmental management. As a key player in the coal sector, PT Kaltim Prima Coal continues to drive innovation and maintain its position as a trusted supplier in the global energy market.
How does PT Kaltim Prima Coal'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.
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PT Kaltim Prima Coal's score of 12 is lower than 59% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, PT Kaltim Prima Coal reported carbon emissions of approximately 6,800,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 9,992,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This marks a decrease in Scope 1 emissions from about 76,556 kg CO2e in 2023 and 76,536 kg CO2e in 2022, while Scope 2 emissions also decreased from approximately 12,310,000 kg CO2e in 2023 and 13,757,000 kg CO2e in 2022. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, nor does it have specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined in its climate commitments. The absence of SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) reduction targets indicates a lack of formalised climate pledges. Overall, PT Kaltim Prima Coal's emissions data reflects a trend of decreasing emissions in recent years, although further commitments and strategies for significant reductions are not currently available.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,272,053,560 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000.00 | 00,000.00 |
| Scope 2 | 12,457,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
PT Kaltim Prima Coal 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.

