De Beers Group, a renowned name in the diamond industry, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across Africa, Canada, and Australia. Founded in 1888, the company has played a pivotal role in shaping the global diamond market, establishing itself as a leader in diamond exploration, mining, and retail. De Beers is celebrated for its unique offerings, including ethically sourced diamonds and innovative marketing strategies that have defined luxury jewellery. The company’s commitment to sustainability and responsible sourcing sets it apart in a competitive landscape. With a rich history marked by significant milestones, De Beers continues to hold a prominent market position, recognised for its quality and craftsmanship in diamond production.
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In 2023, De Beers reported total emissions of approximately 1,600,000,000 kg CO2e, with 900,000,000 kg CO2e attributed to Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity. This marks a slight decrease from 2022, where total emissions were about 1,700,000,000 kg CO2e, which included 900,000,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2 and 3,100,000,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions. De Beers has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve a 42% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030. Additionally, the company plans to establish a long-term target for net zero emissions across all scopes by August 2024. These initiatives reflect De Beers's commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint in the diamond industry.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | - | - | - | - |
Scope 2 | 900,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 3,800,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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De Beers 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.