Tronox Holdings plc, commonly referred to as Tronox, is a leading player in the chemical and fertilizer minerals industry, specialising in the extraction and production of titanium dioxide and other mining and quarrying products. Headquartered in the United States, Tronox operates across various regions, including North America, Europe, and Australia, ensuring a robust global presence.
Founded in 2005, Tronox has achieved significant milestones, including the acquisition of Cristal in 2019, which enhanced its market position as a top-tier supplier of titanium dioxide. The company’s core offerings include high-quality titanium dioxide pigments, which are renowned for their exceptional brightness and durability, making them essential in various applications such as paints, coatings, and plastics. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Tronox continues to solidify its reputation as a leader in the mining and chemical sectors.
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Industry Intensity
Salt and Mineral Mining has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Salt and Mineral Mining industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Tronox's reported carbon emissions
Tronox, a US-based company operating in the chemical and fertilizer minerals, salt, and other mining and quarrying products sector, reported a total of approximately 5.0 billion kg CO2e in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions for 2024. For the same year, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 2.2 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 1.2 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2024 were approximately 1.6 billion kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services accounting for approximately 1.1 billion kg CO2e, fuel and energy-related activities for approximately 289.4 million kg CO2e, and upstream transportation and distribution for approximately 204.6 million kg CO2e.
In 2023, Tronox reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 2.0 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1.7 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions at approximately 1.6 billion kg CO2e. The company's total emissions for 2023 were approximately 5.4 billion kg CO2e.
Tronox has set several climate commitments. The company aims to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions intensity by 25% by 2025 and by 50% by 2030, using 2019 as a baseline. Furthermore, Tronox is committed to reducing its upstream Scope 3 GHG emissions intensity by 9% by 2025 and 16% by 2030, both against a 2021 baseline. The company's long-term ambition is to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050. These targets are detailed in their 2024 Sustainability Report, sourced from their website.
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Tronox’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Climate Action 100
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