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 2024, Vale S.A., headquartered in Brazil, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7400000000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 300000000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a significant 458500000000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This brings the combined total for Scope 1 and 2 emissions to about 7700000000 kg CO2e. In comparison, in 2023, Vale's emissions were slightly lower, with Scope 1 at 7500000000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 300000000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 450100000000 kg CO2e, resulting in a total of approximately 7900000000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2. Vale has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, in alignment with the Paris Agreement. In the near term, the company targets a 33% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2017 as the baseline year. This commitment reflects Vale's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint. Vale's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are independently reported. The company is committed to transparency and accountability in its climate initiatives, as evidenced by its participation in various sustainability frameworks.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 15,800,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 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 | - | 000,000,000 | 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 | 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.
