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Rio Tinto plc

Rio Tinto plc, a leading global mining and metals company, is headquartered in London, GB. Founded in 1873, Rio Tinto has established itself as a key player in the mining industry, with significant operations across Australia, North America, and various regions in Africa and Asia. The company primarily focuses on the extraction and production of essential minerals, including aluminium, copper, diamonds, gold, and iron ore. Renowned for its commitment to sustainable practices, Rio Tinto has achieved numerous milestones, including advancements in technology and environmental stewardship. With a strong market position, the company is recognised for its innovative approach to resource extraction and its ability to deliver high-quality products that meet global demand. As a result, Rio Tinto continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the mining sector.

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31

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Non-Ferrous Metal 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Rio Tinto plc's score of 31 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Rio Tinto plc's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Rio Tinto plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 30300000000 kg CO2e, comprising 22800000000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 7500000000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data for this year. Over the years, Rio Tinto has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2021, the total emissions were about 31000000000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 22800000000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 8200000000 kg CO2e. In 2020, the total emissions were also around 31500000000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 22900000000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 8800000000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, there are currently no specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed by Rio Tinto, including any commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company continues to operate within the mining and metals industry, which is under increasing pressure to enhance sustainability practices and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

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24,700
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Scope 2
9,300
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000,000,000,000
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000,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Rio Tinto plc's primary industry is Other non-ferrous metal ores and concentrates, which is medium 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 Rio Tinto plc is in GB, which has a 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.

Rio Tinto plc 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
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