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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.
10
DitchCarbon score
-8 vs industry average
Wesizwe Platinum’s score of 10 is lower than 29% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
High
Salt and Mineral Mining has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.437
20182025
The Salt and Mineral Mining industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2025
Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Total reported
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Wesizwe Platinum's reported carbon emissions
Wesizwe Platinum, headquartered in South Africa and operating in the chemical and fertiliser minerals and other mining and quarrying products industry, reported its Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions for 2022. In 2022, the company's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 2,056,240 kg CO2e, and its Scope 2 emissions were about 47,563,170 kg CO2e. For the prior year, 2021, Wesizwe Platinum's Scope 1 emissions stood at approximately 2,282,690 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were around 43,735,310 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed Scope 3 emissions.
Wesizwe Platinum is committed to achieving net-zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions from its mining operations by 2050. This long-term ambition is supported by short- and medium-term emissions reduction targets, aiming for a 15% reduction by 2026 and a 30% reduction by 2030, alongside operation-specific decarbonisation pathways.
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Wesizwe Platinum’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
No scope 3 category breakdown has been disclosed yet.
Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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