Yunnan Tin Company Limited, commonly referred to as Yunnan Tin, is a leading player in the chemical and fertilizer minerals sector, headquartered in China (CN). Established in 1950, the company has grown to become a significant force in the mining and quarrying industry, specialising in tin production and related mineral resources.
With operations primarily in Yunnan Province, Yunnan Tin is renowned for its high-quality tin products, which are essential in various applications, including electronics and soldering. The company’s commitment to sustainable mining practices and innovation has positioned it as a market leader, contributing to its notable achievements in production efficiency and environmental stewardship. Yunnan Tin continues to set industry standards, making it a pivotal entity in the global minerals market.
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Industry Intensity
Salt and Mineral Mining is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Salt and Mineral Mining industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Yunnan Tin's reported carbon emissions
Yunnan Tin, headquartered in CN and operating within the chemical and fertilizer minerals, salt, and other mining and quarrying products sector, reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1.36 billion kg CO2e for the reporting year 2025. This figure encompasses Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, with Scope 1 emissions estimated at about 301 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 945 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2025 were reported at about 113 million kg CO2e, although certain upstream categories, such as purchased goods and services, were noted as missing data points.
In the preceding year, 2024, Yunnan Tin's total emissions were approximately 1.50 billion kg CO2e. This comprised Scope 1 emissions of about 294 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1.26 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 data was not disclosed for this period.
For the 2023 reporting year, Yunnan Tin's Scope 1 emissions stood at approximately 755 million kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions at about 837 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were not disclosed for 2023. In 2022, Scope 1 emissions were around 1.18 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 804 million kg CO2e, with no Scope 3 data provided.
Yunnan Tin is actively responding to China's national strategies for "carbon peaking" and "carbon neutrality." The company is undertaking work arrangements and deployments aimed at reducing carbon emissions, with near-term targets set for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions between 2023 and 2025. While specific percentage reduction targets are not detailed, the company's initiatives focus on emission reduction efforts within this timeframe. The data for emissions and reduction targets appears to be directly reported by Yunnan Tin Company Limited, as there is no indication of data cascading from a parent or related organisation.
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Yunnan Tin’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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