Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto Group, commonly referred to as Rio Tinto, is a leading global mining and metals company headquartered in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1873, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Australia, North America, and Africa. Specialising in the extraction and production of essential minerals such as aluminium, copper, diamonds, gold, and iron ore, Rio Tinto is renowned for its commitment to sustainable practices and innovation in mining technology. With a rich history marked by significant milestones, Rio Tinto has positioned itself as a market leader in the mining industry, consistently delivering high-quality products that meet the demands of a diverse global market. The company's focus on responsible sourcing and environmental stewardship sets it apart, making it a preferred partner for industries reliant on critical minerals.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Rio Tinto'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.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Iron and Steel Production 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.
Industry Benchmark
Rio Tinto's score of 66 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Rio Tinto's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Rio Tinto reported total carbon emissions of approximately 33,900 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 9,300,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of about 32,600,000,000 kg CO2e for these scopes. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its net Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030, relative to 2018 levels, and to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. This commitment reflects a significant focus on sustainability and climate responsibility within the mining industry. Rio Tinto's emissions strategy includes a comprehensive approach to managing both direct emissions (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from energy consumption (Scope 2). The company is actively working towards these targets as part of its broader commitment to combat climate change and reduce its environmental impact.
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| 2010 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 27,200,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 17,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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Rio Tinto is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
