Tronox Holdings plc, commonly referred to as Tronox, is a leading player in the chemical and fertilizer minerals industry, specialising in the extraction and production of titanium dioxide and other mining and quarrying products. Headquartered in the United States, Tronox operates across various regions, including North America, Europe, and Australia, ensuring a robust global presence.
Founded in 2005, Tronox has achieved significant milestones, including the acquisition of Cristal in 2019, which enhanced its market position as a top-tier supplier of titanium dioxide. The company’s core offerings include high-quality titanium dioxide pigments, which are renowned for their exceptional brightness and durability, making them essential in various applications such as paints, coatings, and plastics. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Tronox continues to solidify its reputation as a leader in the mining and chemical sectors.
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Industry Intensity
Salt and Mineral Mining has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Salt and Mineral Mining industry has reduced its overall emissions by 66% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Tronox's reported carbon emissions
Tronox, a US-based company operating in the chemical and fertilizer minerals, salt and other mining and quarrying products sector, reported total global GHG emissions of approximately 5.00 billion kg CO2e for 2024. This figure is comprised of Scope 1 emissions totalling around 2.18 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1.24 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of roughly 1.56 billion kg CO2e.
For 2023, Tronox reported total global GHG emissions of approximately 5.38 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions around 2.02 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions approximately 1.73 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 1.63 billion kg CO2e.
Tronox has established several climate commitments. The company is targeting a 35% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions intensity by 2025, against a 2019 baseline. Furthermore, Tronox aims for a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions intensity by 2030. Upstream Scope 3 GHG emissions intensity reduction targets include a 9% decrease by 2025 and a 16% decrease by 2030, both measured against a 2021 baseline.
Looking further ahead, Tronox has a long-term goal to achieve "net zero" carbon emissions by 2050. This net-zero ambition is contingent upon a range of initiatives.
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Tronox’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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