Royal Bafokeng Platinum Limited, often referred to as RBPlat, is a prominent player in the South African mining industry, headquartered in Rustenburg, North West Province, ZA. Established in 2008, the company has rapidly evolved, focusing on the extraction and processing of platinum group metals (PGMs) from its key operational regions, including the Bafokeng and surrounding areas. RBPlat is renowned for its commitment to sustainable mining practices and innovative technologies, which set it apart in the competitive landscape. The company primarily produces platinum, palladium, and rhodium, catering to the growing demand in various sectors, including automotive and jewellery. With a strong market position, RBPlat has achieved significant milestones, including successful expansions and a focus on community development, reinforcing its reputation as a responsible corporate citizen in the mining sector.
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In 2024, Royal Bafokeng Platinum Limited reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 5,000,000,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes about 508,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, approximately 3,790,729,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and around 4,298,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, with 356,406,000 kg CO2e attributed to purchased goods and services. The company has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 10% decrease in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2024, based on a review of five-year targets established in 2020. This commitment reflects their ongoing efforts to enhance sustainability and reduce their carbon footprint. Royal Bafokeng Platinum Limited's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Impala Platinum Holdings Limited, indicating a structured approach to climate accountability within the corporate family. The company is actively working towards these targets while maintaining transparency in its emissions reporting.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 419,364,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 3,225,575,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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