Anglogold Ashanti Sustainability Profile
AngloGold Ashanti Limited, a prominent player in the global mining industry, is headquartered in South Africa (ZA) and operates across several key regions, including Africa, the Americas, and Australia. Founded in 2004 through the merger of AngloGold and Ashanti Goldfields, the company has since established itself as a leading gold producer, focusing on sustainable mining practices and responsible resource management. With a diverse portfolio of operations, AngloGold Ashanti is renowned for its high-quality gold production, leveraging advanced technologies and innovative techniques to enhance efficiency. The company’s commitment to sustainability and community engagement sets it apart in the industry, contributing to its strong market position. Notable achievements include significant reductions in operational costs and a focus on environmental stewardship, reinforcing its reputation as a responsible mining entity.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Anglogold Ashanti's score of 23 is lower than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Anglogold Ashanti's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, AngloGold Ashanti reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1.473 billion kg CO2e, which encompasses Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This figure reflects a slight increase from the previous year's total of approximately 1.469 billion kg CO2e in 2023. The company has not disclosed specific Scope 3 emissions data. AngloGold Ashanti has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2050. This long-term target, initiated in 2023, underscores the company's proactive approach to identifying and mitigating climate risks associated with its operations. The emissions data is sourced directly from AngloGold Ashanti plc, with no cascading from a parent organization. The company continues to focus on transparency and accountability in its climate strategy, aligning with industry standards for sustainability and emissions reduction.
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Anglogold Ashanti'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.
Anglogold Ashanti 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.
