VRX Silica Limited, headquartered in Australia, is a prominent player in the silica sand industry, focusing on the exploration and development of high-quality silica sand projects. Founded in 2018, the company has rapidly established itself in key operational regions, including Western Australia, where it aims to meet the growing demand for silica in various applications, such as glass manufacturing and industrial uses. The company’s flagship projects, including the Arrowsmith and Muchea silica sand projects, are distinguished by their high purity and unique characteristics, setting them apart in a competitive market. VRX Silica has achieved significant milestones, including securing mining leases and advancing towards production, positioning itself as a reliable supplier in the silica sector. With a commitment to sustainable practices and innovation, VRX Silica continues to strengthen its market position and contribute to the industry's growth.
How does VRX Silica's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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VRX Silica's score of 3 is lower than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2021, VRX Silica reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 19,444,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 56,708,000 kg CO2e. As of 2023 and 2024, the company has not disclosed any emissions data, indicating a potential gap in reporting for those years. Currently, VRX Silica does not have any publicly stated reduction targets or commitments, nor does it participate in initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The absence of specific climate pledges suggests that the company may be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. Overall, while VRX Silica has reported emissions data for 2021, the lack of recent disclosures and reduction initiatives highlights an opportunity for the company to enhance its climate commitments and transparency in emissions reporting.
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Scope 1 | 19,444,000 |
Scope 2 | - |
Scope 3 | 56,708,000 |
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VRX Silica 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.