Yunnan Tin
Yunnan Tin Company Limited, commonly known as Yunnan Tin, is a leading player in the global tin industry, headquartered in China (CN). Established in 1883, the company has evolved into a major force in the mining and metallurgy sectors, primarily focusing on tin production and related products. With operations concentrated in Yunnan Province, Yunnan Tin is renowned for its high-quality tin and tin-based products, which are essential in various applications, including electronics and soldering. Yunnan Tin has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in sustainable mining practices and innovative processing techniques. The company holds a prominent market position, being one of the largest tin producers worldwide, and is recognised for its commitment to quality and environmental responsibility. With a diverse portfolio that includes refined tin, tin alloys, and other by-products, Yunnan Tin continues to set industry standards while contributing to the global supply chain.
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Yunnan Tin's score of 23 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Yunnan Tin's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Yunnan Tin reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,593,360,000 kg CO2e, comprising 754,898,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 837,352,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 7,010 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a reduction from 2022, where total emissions were about 1,800,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 1,181,631,800 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 804,099,100 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 6,180 kg CO2e. Yunnan Tin has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or any formal climate pledges. However, the company has shown a commitment to reducing its emissions over the years, as evidenced by the decrease in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from 2022 to 2023. The emissions per unit of revenue have also improved, indicating a potential focus on enhancing operational efficiency and sustainability practices.
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Add to project| 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,181,631,800 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 804,099,100 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 6,180 | 0,000 |
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Yunnan Tin 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.
