Vedanta
Vedanta Limited, a prominent player in the natural resources sector, is headquartered in India and operates extensively across various regions, including Africa and Australia. Founded in 1976, the company has established itself as a leader in mining and metals, with a diverse portfolio that includes zinc, lead, silver, copper, iron ore, and aluminium. Vedanta's commitment to sustainable practices and innovation sets it apart in the industry, as it continually seeks to enhance operational efficiency and environmental stewardship. The company has achieved significant milestones, including becoming one of the largest producers of zinc globally. With a strong market position and a focus on responsible resource management, Vedanta Limited remains a key contributor to the economic landscape, driving growth and development in the regions it serves.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Vedanta's score of 48 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Vedanta's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Vedanta reported total carbon emissions of approximately 103,545,483,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 8,182,542,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 39,320 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, totalling around 38,187,551,000 kg CO2e, which includes emissions from various categories such as the use of sold products and transportation. Over the years, Vedanta has shown fluctuations in its emissions. For instance, in 2022, total emissions were about 62,830,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 3,342,745,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 45,390 kg CO2e. The company has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a lack of formal commitments to reduce emissions at this time. Vedanta's emissions intensity has varied across its operations, with GHG intensity for aluminium production reported at approximately 16,290 kg CO2e per metric ton in 2022. The company has disclosed emissions data for Scopes 1, 2, and 3, reflecting a comprehensive approach to tracking its carbon footprint. Overall, while Vedanta has made strides in transparency regarding its emissions, the absence of defined reduction targets suggests an opportunity for further commitment to climate action.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 51,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,200,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Vedanta is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
