Thungela Resources
Thungela Resources Limited, a prominent player in the coal industry, is headquartered in South Africa (ZA) and primarily operates in the Mpumalanga province. Founded in 2021, the company emerged from the demerger of Anglo American's South African coal operations, marking a significant milestone in its journey. Thungela focuses on the production and export of high-quality thermal and metallurgical coal, catering to both domestic and international markets. With a commitment to sustainable mining practices, Thungela Resources distinguishes itself through its innovative approach to coal production and environmental stewardship. The company has quickly established a strong market position, recognised for its operational excellence and responsible resource management. As it continues to grow, Thungela remains dedicated to delivering value while prioritising safety and sustainability in all its endeavours.
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Thungela Resources's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Thungela Resources, headquartered in South Africa (ZA), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 32,033,000,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 295,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 433,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 32,033,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The combined total for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions was about 729,000,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, the company emitted approximately 37,071,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 308,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 440,000,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a reduction in total emissions from 2022 to 2023, although the specific reasons for this decrease are not detailed. Thungela Resources has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 30% by 2030, using 2021 as a baseline. The company is also committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2050. These initiatives reflect a long-term strategy to enhance climate resilience in the regions where they operate. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are reported directly by Thungela Resources Limited. The company is actively working towards its climate goals while addressing the challenges of carbon emissions in the mining sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 369,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 514,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 64,680,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Thungela Resources 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.
