Vale
Vale S.A., commonly known as Vale, is a leading global mining company headquartered in Brazil. Established in 1942, Vale has grown to become one of the largest producers of iron ore and nickel, with significant operations across South America, North America, and Asia. The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainable mining practices and innovation in mineral extraction. Vale's core products include iron ore, nickel, copper, and various other minerals, distinguished by their high quality and efficiency in production. The company has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in technology and a strong focus on environmental stewardship. As a key player in the mining industry, Vale continues to strengthen its market position through strategic investments and a dedication to responsible resource management.
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Vale's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Vale S.A., headquartered in Brazil, reported significant carbon emissions data, although specific figures for that year are not available. In 2022, the company emitted approximately 2,032,313,000 kg CO2e, which includes 2,029,486,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 2,827,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. In 2021, Vale's emissions were notably higher, with total emissions of about 4,908,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 9,620,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 630,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Vale has made commitments to reduce its carbon footprint, although specific near-term reduction targets have been removed or are currently under review. The company is not yet committed to a net-zero target, with a deadline for submitting new targets set for July 31, 2023. Vale operates in the mining sector, focusing on iron, aluminium, and other metals, and is actively working towards enhancing its sustainability practices in line with industry standards. Overall, Vale's emissions profile reflects the challenges faced by the mining industry in balancing operational demands with environmental responsibilities.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 15,800,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 800,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 308,700,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Vale is participating in some 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.
