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Zhaojin Mining Industry Co., Ltd., frequently known as Zhaojin Mining, is a prominent gold mining enterprise headquartered in China. Established in 2004, the company has rapidly ascended to become a significant force within the precious metals sector.
Specialising in gold exploration, mining, and processing, Zhaojin Mining is celebrated for its substantial gold reserves and advanced operational techniques. Key milestones include its listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in 2006, followed by a Shanghai Stock Exchange listing in 2020, affirming its robust market presence.
As one of China's largest gold producers, Zhaojin Mining plays a crucial role in the global mining industry, contributing to the supply of essential mineral resources. While primarily focused on gold, their expertise also extends to broader mineral and quarrying product exploration.
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Zhaojin Mining’s score of 22 is higher than 50% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Salt and Mineral Mining is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The Salt and Mineral Mining industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Zhaojin Mining, headquartered in CN and operating in the Chemical and fertilizer minerals, salt and other mining and quarrying products n.e.c. industry, has reported its carbon emissions and climate commitments.
For the most recent reporting year, 2025, Zhaojin Mining reported total Scope 1 emissions of approximately 111,380,510 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 497,148,850 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 1,926,022,610 kg CO2e. These Scope 3 emissions include significant contributions from purchased goods and services (approximately 942,689,880 kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (approximately 793,206,240 kg CO2e).
Looking back, in 2024, the company's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 26,019,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 412,323,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, Scope 1 emissions stood at approximately 14,101,120 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 671,053,460 kg CO2e. For 2022, Scope 1 emissions were about 15,133,700 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 611,118,960 kg CO2e. No emissions data was disclosed for 2020.
Zhaojin Mining is committed to reducing its carbon footprint. The company aims to achieve a 30% reduction in its Scope 1 emissions by 2030, using a 2021 baseline. Similarly, it targets a 30% reduction in its Scope 2 emissions by 2030, also from a 2021 baseline.
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
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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