Zijin Mining
Zijin Mining Group Company Limited, commonly known as Zijin Mining, is a leading player in the global mining industry, headquartered in China (CN). Founded in 1993, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Africa, Asia, and South America. Specialising in the exploration and production of gold, copper, and other precious metals, Zijin Mining is renowned for its commitment to sustainable practices and technological innovation. With a diverse portfolio of core products and services, Zijin Mining stands out for its advanced mining techniques and efficient resource management. The company has achieved significant milestones, including becoming one of the largest gold producers in the world. Its market position is further solidified by strategic acquisitions and a focus on expanding its global footprint, making Zijin Mining a formidable force in the mining sector.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Zijin Mining'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Zijin Mining's score of 15 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Zijin Mining's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Zijin Mining reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8,410,000,000 kg CO2e, which includes Scope 1 emissions of about 3,600,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of around 4,810,000,000 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed Scope 3 emissions, amounting to approximately 3,429,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Zijin Mining's emissions have fluctuated, with total emissions reaching about 5,636,000,000 kg CO2e in 2018 and peaking at approximately 9,932,478,280 kg CO2e in 2019. By 2020, total emissions were reported at about 6,109,104,000 kg CO2e, and in 2021, they decreased to approximately 7,261,687,000 kg CO2e. The emissions for 2022 were around 7,780,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight increase from the previous year. Despite these figures, there are currently no publicly disclosed reduction targets or climate pledges from Zijin Mining. The absence of specific reduction initiatives suggests that the company may be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. As the mining industry faces increasing scrutiny regarding its environmental impact, it will be crucial for Zijin Mining to establish clear commitments to reduce its carbon footprint in the future.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,020,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,330,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Zijin Mining 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.
