Maaden, officially known as the Saudi Arabian Mining Company, is a leading player in the mining and minerals industry, headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Established in 1997, Maaden has significantly contributed to the Kingdom's economic diversification through its extensive operations in gold, phosphate, aluminium, and industrial minerals. With major operational regions across Saudi Arabia, Maaden is renowned for its commitment to sustainable practices and innovation. The company’s core products, including phosphate fertilisers and aluminium, are distinguished by their high quality and efficiency, catering to both domestic and international markets. As a key contributor to the Saudi Vision 2030 initiative, Maaden has achieved notable milestones, positioning itself as a vital force in the global mining sector. Its strategic focus on sustainability and technological advancement underscores its reputation as a market leader.
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In 2024, Maaden reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 10,319,069,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 4,235,532,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in combined emissions of around 14,554,602,000 kg CO2e. This marks a slight increase from 2023, where emissions were approximately 10,172,050,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 4,064,225,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, totalling around 14,236,275,000 kg CO2e. Maaden has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions intensity by 50% by 2030, with a near-term target to achieve near-zero emissions for both scopes by 2025. Additionally, the company is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. These targets reflect Maaden's dedication to decarbonising its operations and aligning with global climate goals. The company has disclosed emissions data for Scope 1 and 2 but has not reported on Scope 3 emissions. Maaden's initiatives are part of a broader strategy to enhance sustainability within the mining and metals industry, demonstrating a proactive approach to climate change mitigation.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 5,757,359,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Maaden 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.
