Whitehaven Coal
Whitehaven Coal Limited, a leading Australian coal producer, is headquartered in Sydney, New South Wales. Established in 1999, the company has grown to become a significant player in the coal industry, primarily operating in the Gunnedah Basin of New South Wales. Whitehaven Coal focuses on the production of high-quality thermal and metallurgical coal, catering to both domestic and international markets. The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainable mining practices and innovation, which sets it apart in a competitive landscape. With a strong market position, Whitehaven Coal has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its operations and a robust portfolio of projects. As a key contributor to the Australian economy, Whitehaven Coal continues to play a vital role in the energy sector while prioritising environmental stewardship.
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Whitehaven Coal's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Whitehaven Coal reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 921,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 816,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 105,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its emissions, aiming for a 30% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. Additionally, Whitehaven Coal is aligned with Australia's updated Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC), which includes a target to reduce emissions by 43% below 2005 levels by 2030. The company acknowledges its commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, ensuring that its business practices align with national targets and legislation. Whitehaven Coal's emissions intensity for coal production is reported at about 77 kg CO2e per tonne of run-of-mine (ROM) coal, reflecting its ongoing efforts to improve sustainability within the coal industry. Overall, Whitehaven Coal is actively working towards significant emissions reductions while adhering to industry standards and national climate commitments.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,255,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 95,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Whitehaven Coal 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.
