Vedanta Resources Limited
Vedanta Resources Limited, a leading global natural resources company, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1976, Vedanta has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including India, Africa, and Australia. The company operates primarily in the mining and metals industry, focusing on zinc, lead, silver, copper, iron ore, and aluminium production. With a commitment to sustainable practices, Vedanta's core products are distinguished by their high quality and innovative extraction techniques. The company has achieved significant milestones, including becoming one of the largest producers of zinc globally. Vedanta Resources Limited is recognised for its robust market position and dedication to responsible resource management, making it a key player in the natural resources sector.
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Vedanta Resources Limited's score of 29 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Vedanta Resources Limited's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Vedanta Resources Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 57,110,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 8,510,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 35,900,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant reduction in emissions compared to previous years, particularly in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, which were 58,930,000 kg CO2e and 3,520,000 kg CO2e in 2022, respectively. Over the years, Vedanta has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The company has reported emissions across all three scopes, indicating a comprehensive approach to tracking its environmental impact. Vedanta's emissions intensity has varied, with a notable decrease in emissions per unit of revenue, showcasing efforts to improve operational efficiency. The company continues to engage in sustainability practices, aligning with industry standards for climate action, although it has not set formal reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or similar frameworks. Overall, Vedanta Resources Limited is actively monitoring and reporting its carbon emissions, reflecting a growing awareness of climate commitments within the mining and resources sector.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 52,542,515,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,613,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 53,200,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Vedanta Resources Limited 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.
