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Xstrata plc

Xstrata plc, a prominent player in the global mining and metals industry, is headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1994, the company has established itself as a leader in the extraction and production of essential minerals, including copper, coal, nickel, and zinc. With significant operations across regions such as Australia, South America, and Africa, Xstrata is well-positioned to meet the growing demand for these resources. The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainable practices and innovation in mining technology, which sets it apart in a competitive market. Xstrata's strategic acquisitions and expansions have solidified its market position, making it a key contributor to the global supply chain. With a focus on efficiency and environmental responsibility, Xstrata plc continues to achieve notable milestones in the mining sector.

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40

Industry Average

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25

Industry Benchmark

Xstrata plc's score of 40 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Xstrata plc's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Xstrata plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 406,000,000,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes about 16,720,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and approximately 10,330,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, which are indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling. The company also reported significant Scope 3 emissions, totalling around 406,000,000,000 kg CO2e, which encompass emissions from the entire value chain, including capital goods and the use of sold products. In comparison, in 2008, Xstrata's emissions were approximately 15,600,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 24,900,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 15,600,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This indicates a substantial increase in emissions over the years, particularly in Scope 3, which reflects the growing impact of their operations. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed, Xstrata's commitment to addressing climate change is evident through their emissions reporting. The company has not outlined any specific science-based targets or climate pledges, which may suggest a need for further action in aligning with global climate goals. Overall, Xstrata plc's emissions data highlights the significant carbon footprint associated with their operations, particularly in Scope 3 emissions, and underscores the importance of developing robust climate commitments to mitigate their environmental impact.

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Scope 1
15,600,000,000
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Scope 2
24,900,000,000
00,000,000,000
Scope 3
15,600,000,000
000,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Xstrata plc's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Xstrata plc is in CH, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Xstrata plc 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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