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.
How does Yunnan Tin's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Yunnan Tin's score of 31 is higher than 55% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Yunnan Tin, headquartered in China (CN), reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 754,898,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 837,352,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This reflects a notable decrease from 2022, where emissions were approximately 1,181,631,800 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and around 804,099,100 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company is actively pursuing carbon reduction initiatives in alignment with national strategies for "carbon peaking" and "carbon neutrality," with specific commitments to reduce emissions in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2025. Yunnan Tin's climate commitments include a near-term target to reduce carbon emissions, with ongoing efforts to implement related work arrangements and deployments. While no Scope 3 emissions data has been disclosed, the company is focused on achieving its reduction goals within the specified timeframe. The emissions data is sourced directly from Yunnan Tin Company Limited, with no cascading from a parent or related organization.
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| 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,181,631,800 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 804,099,100 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - |
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.
Yunnan Tin 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.

