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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does South32's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
South32's score of 49 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
South32's reported carbon emissions
As of 2023, South32 reported total carbon emissions of approximately 21,700,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 9,600,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 11,400,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 65,000,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has consistently disclosed emissions across all three scopes, highlighting its commitment to transparency in its climate impact. In 2022, South32's total emissions were about 21,000,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 9,100,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 11,900,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 67,400,000,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight increase in total emissions year-on-year, reflecting the challenges faced in reducing carbon output amidst operational demands. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives documented, South32's ongoing commitment to sustainability is evident through its comprehensive emissions reporting. The company continues to engage with industry standards and practices aimed at mitigating climate change impacts, although no formal climate pledges or reduction targets have been established as of the latest data.
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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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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.
South32 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.
