Science-based targets

How they will lead us towards zero:

We want to play our part in limiting global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. Fulfilling this ambition requires a systematic and science-based approach to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Validation of relevant performance targets by the Science Based Targets initiative provides a clear picture on how we are progressing.

Our science-based targets will lead us towards zero

Our MissionZero programme delivers solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions caused by the mining and cement industries. It guides our efforts to help keep global warming below 1.5°C. In addition, we aim to achieve zero emissions in our own operations by 2030.

Targets

Upstream

30% of our suppliers by spend, covering purchased goods and services, will have science-based targets by 2025.

Business leaders taking action

Our commitment to the Business Ambition for 1.5°C

With our science-based targets, we have committed to the most ambitious aim of the Paris Agreement and to what science deems necessary to avoid the most catastrophic impacts of climate change: To limit global warming to 1.5°C.

Our value chain impact

As a leading supplier of technology and services solutions to the mining and cement industries—which combined contribute more than 10% of global greenhouse gas emissions—we have a significant opportunity to contribute to limiting climate change.

Value chain impact

Upstream value chain emissions

Besides greenhouse gas emissions from our own operations, we have a strong focus on our indirect emissions from the value chain, the so-called scope 3 emissions, occurring both upstream and downstream of our own operations.

Our upstream value chain emissions predominantly come from our purchased goods and services, but also include upstream transportation and distribution, waste and business travel.

Part of our own 2030 goals is to work with suppliers to help them reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. By 2025, we aim to achieve 30% of our supplier spend with suppliers who have set their own science-based targets.

Reducing emissions and footprint

Rapid Oxidative Leaching (ROL) can develop mineral deposits containing arsenic for recovery of copper, gold, and silver. Refractory ores are processed at low temperatures, saving energy and cutting risk of arsenic pollution.

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