Thungela Resources Sustainability Profile
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 2024, Thungela Resources reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,065,000,000 kg CO2e, which encompasses Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This marks an increase from 2023, where emissions were about 845,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, the company disclosed emissions of 748,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2, alongside a significant Scope 3 emission figure of approximately 37,071,000,000 kg CO2e. Thungela has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 30% by 2030, using 2021 as a baseline. The ultimate goal is to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. This commitment reflects a long-term strategy to enhance climate resilience in the regions where the company operates. 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 targets while addressing the challenges of carbon emissions in the mining sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 369,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 514,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 64,680,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | - |
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Thungela Resources'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.
Thungela Resources 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.
