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Non-Ferrous Metal Mining
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updated 16 days ago

Stillwater Mining Company Sustainability Profile

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Stillwater Mining Company, a prominent player in the precious metals sector, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1992, the company has established itself as a leader in palladium and platinum production, primarily operating in Montana's Stillwater and East Boulder mines. Specialising in the extraction and processing of these valuable metals, Stillwater Mining is recognised for its commitment to sustainable mining practices and innovative technologies. The company has achieved significant milestones, including becoming the only primary producer of palladium in the U.S., which enhances its market position. With a focus on high-quality products and responsible operations, Stillwater Mining Company continues to play a vital role in the global precious metals industry, catering to diverse markets and contributing to the advancement of sustainable mining solutions.

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31

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Non-Ferrous Metal Mining industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

11

Industry Benchmark

Stillwater Mining Company's score of 31 is higher than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Stillwater Mining Company's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Sibanye Stillwater Limited

Stillwater Mining Company, headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of reported figures. The company is a current subsidiary of Sibanye Stillwater Limited, which may influence its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As part of its corporate family, Stillwater Mining Company adheres to the climate initiatives and targets set by Sibanye Stillwater Limited. However, there are no documented reduction targets or specific climate pledges available for Stillwater Mining Company at this time. This lack of data suggests that the company may still be in the process of establishing its own distinct climate strategy or reporting framework. In the broader context of the mining industry, companies are increasingly focusing on reducing their carbon footprints and committing to sustainability practices. While Stillwater Mining Company has not yet disclosed specific emissions data or reduction targets, it is essential for the organisation to align with industry standards and best practices to enhance its environmental performance and transparency.

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2010201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
1,086,490,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
95,084,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 3
-
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Stillwater Mining Company's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Stillwater Mining Company's primary industry is Other non-ferrous metal ores and concentrates, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Stillwater Mining Company's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Stillwater Mining Company is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Stillwater Mining Company's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Stillwater Mining Company's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 12% last year and decreased by approximately 41% since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 16% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Processing of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 60% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Processing of Sold Products
60%
Investments
22%
Purchased Goods and Services
8%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
4%
Waste Generated in Operations
2%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
1%
Downstream Leased Assets
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Stillwater Mining Company'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.

Stillwater Mining Company has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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