Sherritt International Corporation
Sherritt International Corporation, often referred to simply as Sherritt, is a leading Canadian resource company headquartered in Calgary, Alberta. Founded in 1927, Sherritt has established itself as a key player in the mining and energy sectors, with significant operations in Canada, Cuba, and Madagascar. The company primarily focuses on nickel and cobalt production, alongside oil and gas exploration, leveraging innovative technologies to enhance efficiency and sustainability. Sherritt's unique approach to resource extraction and processing has positioned it as a market leader, particularly in the production of battery metals essential for the growing electric vehicle industry. With a commitment to responsible mining practices and community engagement, Sherritt continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted name in the global resource market.
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Sherritt International Corporation's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Sherritt International Corporation reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 864,392,509 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 110,377,822 kg CO2e for Scope 2 on a global scale. In Cuba, the emissions were notably higher, with Scope 1 emissions reaching approximately 3,097,824,788 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 66,979,405 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, the global emissions were approximately 923,132,712 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 119,558,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. In Cuba for the same year, Scope 1 emissions were around 2,704,379,825 kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions at approximately 27,660,000 kg CO2e. Sherritt has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, nor have they set specific reduction targets through initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company has not reported any climate pledges or documented reduction initiatives. Overall, Sherritt International Corporation's emissions reflect the challenges faced by the industry in managing carbon outputs, particularly in regions with high operational demands. The absence of reduction targets indicates a potential area for future commitment to climate action.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,293,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 119,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Sherritt International Corporation 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.
