Royal Mint Sustainability Profile
The Royal Mint, officially known as The Royal Mint Limited, is a prestigious institution headquartered in Llantrisant, Wales, GB. Established in 886 AD, it has evolved into a leading manufacturer of coins, medals, and other numismatic products, serving both the UK and international markets. Renowned for its high-quality craftsmanship, The Royal Mint produces circulating coins for the UK and commemorative coins that celebrate significant events and figures. Its innovative approach to coin design and production has positioned it as a market leader in the numismatic industry. With a rich history spanning over a millennium, The Royal Mint has achieved notable milestones, including the introduction of cutting-edge technology in coin production. Its commitment to excellence and heritage makes it a unique entity in the world of currency and collectibles.
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Royal Mint's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, The Royal Mint reported total carbon emissions of approximately 267,533,000 kg CO2e. This includes 1,832,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 2,783,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 262,918,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2024, saw total emissions of about 626,401,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 2,284,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 3,004,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 621,113,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, emissions were reported at approximately 1,578,357,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 2,614,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 4,304,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 1,570,998,000 kg CO2e. The Royal Mint has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030, based on a 2022 baseline. Additionally, they target a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include achieving a minimum 90% reduction across all scopes by 2050. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the organisation's commitment to reaching net-zero emissions by 2050. The Royal Mint's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that their reported figures and commitments are independently sourced.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,835,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 11,800,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 839,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Royal Mint's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Royal Mint's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 58% last year and increased significantly since 2017, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Capital Goods" being the largest emissions source at 69% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Royal Mint's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Royal Mint has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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