Wesizwe Platinum Limited, a prominent player in the South African mining sector, is headquartered in Johannesburg, ZA. Founded in 2007, the company has established itself as a key contributor to the platinum group metals (PGMs) industry, focusing primarily on the exploration and development of platinum and palladium resources. Wesizwe's flagship project, the Bakubung Platinum Mine, is located in the Bushveld Complex, a region renowned for its rich mineral deposits. The company is committed to sustainable mining practices and community development, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a vision to become a leading PGM producer, Wesizwe Platinum has achieved significant milestones, including securing funding for its projects and advancing its operational capabilities. As it continues to grow, Wesizwe remains dedicated to innovation and excellence in the mining industry.
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Wesizwe Platinum, headquartered in South Africa (ZA), has reported significant carbon emissions in recent years. In 2022, the company emitted approximately 20,562,240 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 47,563,170 kg CO2e from Scope 2, totalling about 68,125,410 kg CO2e. This marked a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions from 2,282,690 kg CO2e in 2021, while Scope 2 emissions increased from 43,735,310 kg CO2e in the same year. In 2020, Wesizwe's emissions were recorded at approximately 32,782,020 kg CO2e solely from Scope 2. The company's emissions data indicates a trend of fluctuating emissions, with a notable peak in 2021. Despite these figures, Wesizwe Platinum has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company continues to navigate the complexities of carbon management within the mining industry, focusing on improving its environmental performance.
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2017 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,008,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 22,352,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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Wesizwe Platinum 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.