Yancoal Sustainability Profile
Yancoal Australia Limited, commonly known as Yancoal, is a prominent player in the Australian coal industry, headquartered in Sydney, Australia. Established in 2004, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across key regions, including New South Wales and Queensland, solidifying its position as one of the largest coal producers in the country. Yancoal focuses on the exploration, mining, and sale of thermal and metallurgical coal, catering to both domestic and international markets. Its commitment to sustainable practices and operational excellence sets it apart in a competitive landscape. Notable achievements include significant production milestones and strategic partnerships that enhance its market presence. With a robust portfolio of high-quality coal products, Yancoal continues to play a vital role in meeting global energy demands while prioritising environmental stewardship.
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Yancoal's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Yancoal reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,819,649,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 266,753,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in combined emissions of around 2,086,402,000 kg CO2e. For the previous year, 2023, Yancoal's emissions in Australia were approximately 1,860,030,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 276,623,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, totalling around 2,136,653,000 kg CO2e. Yancoal's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Yancoal Australia Ltd, which is responsible for the reported figures. The company has committed to significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, aligning with the Australian Federal Government's legislation targeting a 43% reduction in emissions below 2005 levels by 2030 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Yancoal has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, indicating a focus on direct and indirect emissions from its operations. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions as part of its commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 909,405,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 180,210,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Yancoal's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Yancoal has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
