South32
South32 Limited, commonly referred to as South32, is a globally recognised mining and metals company headquartered in Australia. Established in 2015, the company emerged from the demerger of BHP Billiton, focusing on a diverse portfolio of operations across Australia, Southern Africa, and South America. Operating primarily in the mining industry, South32 is renowned for its production of essential commodities, including aluminium, coal, manganese, nickel, and silver. The company distinguishes itself through its commitment to sustainable practices and innovation in resource extraction. With a strong market position, South32 has achieved notable milestones, including significant investments in renewable energy initiatives and community engagement projects. Its dedication to responsible mining and operational excellence continues to enhance its reputation as a leader in the global resources sector.
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South32's score of 56 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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South32's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, South32 reported total carbon emissions of approximately 94,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, about 109,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and around 54,200,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The combined total for Scope 1 and 2 emissions reached about 20,300,000,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a slight decrease in Scope 3 emissions compared to 2023, where total emissions were approximately 65,000,000,000 kg CO2e. South32 has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its operational greenhouse gas emissions (Scope 1 and 2) by 50% by 2035, using a fiscal year 2021 baseline. This long-term target underscores the company's commitment to sustainability and aligns with industry standards for climate action. The company is actively working towards these goals, although specific progress updates have not been disclosed. Overall, South32's emissions profile highlights the significant impact of Scope 3 emissions, which account for the majority of their carbon footprint, indicating a need for comprehensive strategies to address emissions across their entire value chain.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 11,100,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 12,300,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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