Anglo American Sustainability Profile
Anglo American plc, a leading global mining company headquartered in the United Kingdom, has established itself as a key player in the mining and natural resources sector since its founding in 1917. With major operational regions spanning South America, Africa, and Australia, the company focuses on the extraction and production of essential commodities, including diamonds, copper, platinum, and iron ore. Renowned for its commitment to sustainable mining practices, Anglo American prioritises innovation and efficiency in its operations. The company’s core products, particularly its high-quality diamonds and platinum group metals, are distinguished by their ethical sourcing and environmental stewardship. As a prominent member of the FTSE 100, Anglo American continues to achieve significant milestones, reinforcing its position as a leader in the global mining industry.
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Anglo American's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Anglo American reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 6,700,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 4,900,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a substantial 170,600,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown includes categories such as capital goods (1,400,000,000 kg CO2e) and use of sold products (69,800,000,000 kg CO2e). In 2023, the company recorded 7,500,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 5,000,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 166,700,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. Anglo American has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using a 2016 baseline. Additionally, the company has pledged to reduce its Scope 3 emissions by 50% by 2040 against a 2020 baseline. These targets reflect a long-term strategy towards carbon neutrality, with specific interim goals including achieving carbon neutrality at eight sites by 2030. The company’s emissions data is sourced from its parent organization, Anglo American plc, and is part of its broader sustainability strategy. The commitment to reducing emissions aligns with industry standards and reflects a proactive approach to climate change mitigation.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,347,918,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 | - | 0,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 2 | 9,426,307,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 | - | 0,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | - | 000,000 | - | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | - |
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Anglo American's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Anglo American's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 2% last year and decreased by approximately 100% since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Processing of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 47713951% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Anglo American'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.
Anglo American has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
