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 reported carbon emissions
In 2019, Vedanta Resources Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 55,120,276,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 3,510,870,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of approximately 58,631,147,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects the company's global operations and is indicative of its significant carbon footprint. Vedanta has set ambitious reduction targets, particularly within its Zinc India business, which aims to reduce Scope 1 emissions by 14% and Scope 2 emissions by 14% by 2026, using a 2016 baseline. Additionally, the company has aligned its commitments with the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) of the Government of India, targeting a 16% reduction in GHG intensity by 2020 from a 2012 baseline. The company has consistently disclosed its emissions data for Scope 1 and Scope 2, but has not reported any Scope 3 emissions. Vedanta's commitment to sustainability is further demonstrated through its adherence to science-based targets, although specific SBTi targets have not been detailed in the available data. Overall, Vedanta Resources Limited is actively working towards reducing its carbon emissions and enhancing its sustainability practices in line with industry standards.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 51,896,908,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,432,665,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Vedanta Resources Limited is not participating in any 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.
