Arafura Resources Limited, commonly referred to as Arafura, is an Australian company headquartered in Perth, Western Australia. Founded in 2000, Arafura has established itself in the mining and resources sector, focusing primarily on the development of rare earth elements. The company’s flagship project, the Nolans Project, is located in the Northern Territory and is notable for its high-quality neodymium and praseodymium products, essential for various high-tech applications. Arafura is committed to sustainable practices and has made significant strides in securing its position within the global rare earth market. With a strong emphasis on innovation and environmental responsibility, Arafura Resources is poised to play a crucial role in the supply chain for clean energy technologies and advanced manufacturing.
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In 2024, Arafura Resources reported total carbon emissions of approximately 591,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 548,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 43,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a significant reduction from 2023, where emissions totalled around 722,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 678,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 44,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, the company had much lower emissions, with a total of about 69,000 kg CO2e, including around 12,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 57,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Arafura is committed to ambitious climate targets, aiming for a 30% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, with a long-term goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. These commitments reflect the company's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the rare earths industry.
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2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 12,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 2 | 57,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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