Wesizwe Platinum Limited, commonly referred to as Wesizwe, is a prominent player in the chemical and fertiliser minerals, salt, and other mining and quarrying products sector. Headquartered in South Africa, the company operates primarily within the country’s key mineral-rich regions, focusing on the extraction and processing of valuable mineral resources. Established in 2004, Wesizwe has developed a reputation for its commitment to sustainable mining practices and innovative extraction techniques.
The company’s core offerings include platinum group metals, salt, and other mineral products, distinguished by their high purity and quality. Over the years, Wesizwe has achieved notable milestones in project development and resource management, positioning itself as a significant contributor to South Africa’s mining industry. Its strategic focus on efficient operations and resource optimisation underscores its role as a leading entity in the niche of chemical and fertiliser minerals.
-9 vs industry average
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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 42% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2025
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Wesizwe Platinum's reported carbon emissions
Wesizwe Platinum, based in South Africa and operating within the "Chemical and fertilizer minerals, salt and other mining and quarrying products n.e.c." sector, is committed to reducing its carbon emissions.
For the 2022 reporting year, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 2,056,240 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 47,563,170 kg CO2e. In 2021, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 2,282,690 kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions totalling approximately 43,735,310 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions data was not disclosed for these years.
Wesizwe Platinum has set ambitious climate targets. Their long-term goal is to achieve net-zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions from mining by 2050. This overarching objective is supported by interim emissions-reduction targets, aiming for a 15% reduction by 2026 and a 30% reduction by 2030. These targets are complemented by operation-specific decarbonisation pathways.
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Wesizwe Platinum’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
1 goal2050
15% reduction in all scopes
Our long-term target is to achieve net-zero scope 1 and 2 emissions from mining by 2050, supported by our short and medium-term emissions-re…
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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