Wesizwe Platinum
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's reported carbon emissions
Wesizwe Platinum, headquartered in South Africa (ZA), has reported significant carbon emissions over recent years. In 2022, the company emitted approximately 20,562,240 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and about 47,563,170 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, resulting in a total of around 68,125,410 kg CO2e for these two scopes combined. In 2021, the emissions were approximately 2,282,690 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 43,735,310 kg CO2e for Scope 2, totalling about 46,018,000 kg CO2e. The emissions data for 2020 indicates that Wesizwe Platinum's Scope 2 emissions were around 32,782,020 kg CO2e, while in 2017, the company reported approximately 1,008,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 22,352,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, leading to a total of approximately 23,360,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Wesizwe Platinum has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The absence of defined reduction strategies suggests a need for further development in their sustainability practices. The company operates within an industry context that increasingly prioritises carbon neutrality and climate action, highlighting the importance of establishing measurable targets to align with global climate goals.
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| 2017 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 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.
