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Ferrexpo Sustainability Profile

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Ferrexpo PLC, a leading iron ore pellet producer, is headquartered in Switzerland (CH) and operates primarily in Ukraine. Founded in 1960, the company has established itself as a key player in the mining and metals industry, focusing on the extraction and processing of iron ore. Ferrexpo is renowned for its high-quality iron ore pellets, which are essential for steel production, and its commitment to sustainable practices sets it apart in the market. With significant operations in the Poltava region, Ferrexpo has achieved notable milestones, including being listed on the London Stock Exchange. The company consistently ranks among the top iron ore producers globally, reflecting its strong market position and dedication to innovation. Ferrexpo's unique blend of quality products and responsible mining practices underscores its reputation as a trusted supplier in the industry.

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52

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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Ferrexpo's score of 52 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Ferrexpo's reported carbon emissions

In 2025, Ferrexpo reported total carbon emissions of approximately 282,000 kg CO2e, comprising 137,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 (direct emissions) and 145,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (indirect emissions related to electricity consumption). The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions for this year. In 2024, total emissions were approximately 304,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 193,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 111,000 kg CO2e, again with no Scope 3 data available. The most significant emissions data comes from 2023, where Ferrexpo's total emissions reached approximately 6,091,438,000 kg CO2e. This included 247,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 137,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a substantial 5,707,438,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, primarily from the processing of sold products. Despite the substantial emissions figures, Ferrexpo has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company operates under the corporate family of Ferrexpo plc, with emissions data sourced directly from this parent organization. Overall, Ferrexpo's emissions profile highlights the need for enhanced climate commitments and transparency in their carbon reduction strategies.

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2016201720182019202020212022202320242025
Scope 1
550,591,000
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000,000,000
000,000
000,000
Scope 2
2,079,329,000
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0,000,000,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
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Scope 3
73,352,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Ferrexpo's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ferrexpo's primary industry is Salt and Mineral Mining, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Ferrexpo's Location?

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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 Ferrexpo is in CH, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Ferrexpo's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Ferrexpo's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 25% last year and increased significantly since 2016, 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" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Processing of Sold Products
96%

Ferrexpo'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.

Ferrexpo 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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Iron ores
Updated 15 days ago

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