Igo Sustainability Profile
Igo Limited, commonly referred to as Igo, is a prominent Australian company headquartered in Perth, Western Australia. Founded in 2000, Igo has established itself as a key player in the mining and resources sector, focusing primarily on nickel, copper, and cobalt production. The company operates major projects across Australia, particularly in the highly productive regions of Western Australia. Igo is renowned for its commitment to sustainable mining practices and innovative technologies, which set its core services apart in the industry. With a strong emphasis on environmental stewardship, Igo has achieved notable milestones, including significant resource discoveries and strategic partnerships. As a leader in the market, Igo continues to enhance its position through a robust portfolio of high-quality assets and a dedication to responsible resource development.
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Igo's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, IGO Limited reported significant carbon emissions from its operations in Australia, totalling approximately 66,861,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 3,691,900 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a substantial 205,624,700 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The combined total for Scope 1 and 2 emissions reached about 69,552,900 kg CO2e. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions included major contributions from purchased goods and services (48,026,800 kg CO2e) and downstream transportation and distribution (48,502,400 kg CO2e). In terms of reduction initiatives, IGO has set ambitious targets to achieve net zero emissions across its future portfolio of managed operations by 2035. The company has also successfully implemented decarbonisation projects at its Nova Operation, resulting in a 22% reduction in emissions since the 2019 baseline. Furthermore, IGO aims to reach net zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions at the Nova Operation by FY25, a target that was reportedly achieved by 30 June 2025 through emission reduction activities and the voluntary cancellation of Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs). Overall, IGO's commitment to sustainability is reflected in its ongoing efforts to reduce emissions and transition towards a more sustainable operational model, aligning with industry standards and climate action goals.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 37,181,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 18,245,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Igo's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Igo's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 214% last year and increased by approximately 411% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 75% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Investments" being the largest emissions source at 14% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Igo'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.
Igo 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.
