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Royal Bafokeng Platinum Limited

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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27

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

Royal Bafokeng Platinum Limited's score of 27 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Royal Bafokeng Platinum Limited's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Royal Bafokeng Platinum Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 601,034,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 9,849,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 547,699,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 43,486,000 kg CO2e. The company's emissions have increased from 521,658,000 kg CO2e in 2021, indicating a rise in their carbon footprint. Royal Bafokeng Platinum has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 10% decrease in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2024. These targets were established as part of a five-year plan initiated in 2020, reflecting the company's commitment to enhancing its sustainability practices. The company is currently reviewing these targets to ensure they remain aligned with their operational goals. Overall, Royal Bafokeng Platinum is actively working to address its carbon emissions and is focused on implementing strategies to achieve significant reductions in the near term.

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Scope 1
9,744,000
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Scope 2
504,178,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
7,736,000
00,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Royal Bafokeng Platinum Limited'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 Royal Bafokeng Platinum Limited is in ZA, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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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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