Atalaya Mining Sustainability Profile
Atalaya Mining Plc, commonly referred to as Atalaya, is a prominent mining company headquartered in Cyprus (CY). Established in 2006, Atalaya has made significant strides in the mining industry, particularly in the exploration and production of copper and other base metals. The company primarily operates in Spain, where it manages the Riotinto project, a key asset known for its rich copper deposits. Atalaya Mining is recognised for its commitment to sustainable practices and innovative mining techniques, which enhance operational efficiency and reduce environmental impact. With a strong market position, the company has achieved notable milestones, including the successful ramp-up of production at its flagship site. As a leader in the base metals sector, Atalaya continues to focus on delivering high-quality products while contributing to the local economy and community development.
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How does Atalaya 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
Mean score of companies in the Copper Mining industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
Atalaya Mining's score of 25 is higher than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Atalaya Mining's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Atalaya Mining reported total carbon emissions of approximately 24.3 billion kg CO2e, comprising 557,742,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 9,684,605,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 24,281,371,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects a significant commitment to transparency in emissions reporting, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The company has shown a slight decrease in emissions intensity, with a reported intensity of 410 kg CO2e per tonne of ore in 2023, down from 390 kg CO2e per tonne in 2024. However, no formal reduction targets have been established under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. Atalaya Mining's emissions data is not cascaded from a parent organization, indicating that the figures are independently reported. The company continues to focus on sustainability practices, although further details on specific climate commitments or reduction initiatives remain unspecified.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,150,290 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 68,891,010 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 283,242,790 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Atalaya Mining's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Atalaya Mining's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 5% last year and increased significantly since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 70% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Upstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 29% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Atalaya Mining'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.
Atalaya Mining 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.
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