Teck Cominco
Teck Cominco Ltd., commonly known as Teck, is a leading Canadian mining company headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia. Founded in 1906, Teck has established itself as a prominent player in the global mining industry, with significant operations in Canada, the United States, and South America. The company primarily focuses on the extraction and production of copper, zinc, and metallurgical coal, alongside a growing commitment to sustainable practices and innovation. Teck's core products, including high-quality copper and zinc concentrates, are essential for various industries, from construction to electronics. The company is recognised for its strong market position, consistently ranking among the top producers in North America. With a commitment to responsible mining and community engagement, Teck continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its reputation as a leader in the mining sector.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Teck Cominco's score of 31 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Teck Cominco's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Teck Cominco reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3.7 million tonnes CO2e, comprising 3.03 million tonnes from Scope 1, 0.62 million tonnes from Scope 2, and significant Scope 3 emissions related to the use of sold products, estimated at 70 million tonnes CO2e. Teck has made notable strides in reducing its carbon intensity, achieving a carbon intensity of about 3,200 tonnes CO2e per tonne of copper equivalent in 2023. The company has set ambitious targets to further decrease its emissions, focusing on improving energy efficiency and transitioning to lower-carbon technologies across its operations. Teck is actively engaged in various climate initiatives, including participation in the Carbon Pricing Champions initiative, which underscores its commitment to integrating carbon pricing into its business strategy. The company has also received a score of "B" in its CDP disclosures, reflecting its efforts in climate transparency and action. Overall, Teck Cominco is committed to reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing sustainability within the industrial metals and mining sector, aligning with global climate goals.
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Add to project2005 | 2006 | 2007 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 728,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Teck Cominco is committed to some 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.
