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 reported carbon emissions of approximately 729,000,000 kg CO2e, a decrease from about 748,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022. This trend continues from 2021, where emissions were around 819,000,000 kg CO2e, and 2020, which saw emissions of about 883,000,000 kg CO2e. The emissions reported encompass Scope 1 and 2, indicating direct and indirect emissions from their operations. Despite these reductions, Thungela Resources has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or any formal climate pledges. The company’s carbon intensity per total tonne moved has improved, with figures of approximately 3.56 in 2023 and 4.02 in 2022, reflecting a commitment to enhancing operational efficiency and reducing emissions intensity. Overall, while Thungela Resources has made progress in reducing its carbon footprint, the absence of formal reduction targets suggests an opportunity for further commitment to climate action in the mining sector.
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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.
