Samarco
Samarco Mineração S.A., commonly referred to as Samarco, is a prominent Brazilian mining company headquartered in Belo Horizonte, Brazil. Founded in 1977, Samarco operates primarily in the iron ore sector, focusing on the production of high-quality iron ore pellets. The company has established itself as a key player in the mining industry, with significant operations in the Minas Gerais region. Samarco is renowned for its innovative approach to sustainable mining practices, particularly in the development of its unique pelletising technology, which enhances the efficiency and environmental performance of iron ore production. Over the years, the company has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in operational safety and environmental stewardship. With a strong commitment to sustainability, Samarco continues to strengthen its market position, contributing to Brazil's economy while prioritising responsible mining practices.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Samarco's score of 33 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Samarco's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Samarco reported total carbon emissions of approximately 747,897,290 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 747,897,260 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 451,152,830 kg CO2e. The company has shown a significant reduction in emissions over the years, with a notable decrease from 1,038,843,480 kg CO2e in 2021 to the current figure. Samarco's emissions profile includes a breakdown of Scope 1 emissions, which primarily arise from direct operations, and Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions from the supply chain and product use. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. Overall, Samarco's emissions data reflects a commitment to monitoring and reporting its carbon footprint, although further details on reduction strategies and long-term climate commitments would enhance its sustainability profile.
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| 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,629,277,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 26,960,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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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.
Samarco is not committed to any 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.
