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China Coal Energy

China Coal Energy Company Limited, commonly referred to as China Coal Energy, is a leading player in the coal industry, headquartered in Beijing, CN. Established in 1999, the company has grown to become one of the largest coal producers in China, with significant operations in major coal-producing regions such as Shanxi and Shaanxi provinces. Specialising in coal mining, production, and sales, China Coal Energy also engages in the development of coal-based chemical products and renewable energy initiatives. Its commitment to innovation and sustainability sets it apart in a competitive market. The company has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in clean coal technology, positioning itself as a key contributor to China's energy landscape. With a robust market presence, China Coal Energy continues to play a vital role in meeting the country's energy demands while striving for environmental responsibility.

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27

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Salt and Mineral 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.

22

Industry Benchmark

China Coal Energy's score of 27 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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China Coal Energy's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, China Coal Energy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 93,200,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 37,120,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 9,780,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 46,900,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled about 46,900,000,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, the company emitted approximately 91,700,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 36,470,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 9,860,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 46,330,000,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight increase in emissions year-on-year. In 2021, emissions were reported at approximately 97,830,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of 39,000,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 9,830,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 48,830,000,000 kg CO2e. Despite the significant emissions figures, there are currently no publicly disclosed reduction targets or climate pledges from China Coal Energy. The company has not outlined specific initiatives aimed at reducing its carbon footprint, which places it in a challenging position within the global push for climate action.

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201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
5,831,000
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00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
Scope 2
6,301,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 3
372,000
000,000
000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. China Coal Energy's primary industry is Chemical and fertilizer minerals, salt and other mining and quarrying products n.e.c., which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for China Coal Energy is in CN, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

China Coal Energy is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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