Merafe Resources Limited, headquartered in South Africa (ZA), is a prominent player in the mining and metals industry, primarily focusing on the production of ferrochrome. Founded in 2000, the company has established itself as a key contributor to the global stainless steel market, leveraging its strategic operations in the Bushveld Complex, a rich mineral region. Specialising in the extraction and processing of chrome ore, Merafe Resources stands out for its commitment to sustainable practices and innovation in metallurgical processes. The company operates in partnership with Glencore, enhancing its market position and operational efficiency. With a strong emphasis on environmental responsibility, Merafe Resources has achieved notable milestones, including significant reductions in carbon emissions and energy consumption, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the ferrochrome sector.
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In 2022, Merafe Resources, headquartered in South Africa (ZA), reported significant carbon emissions totalling approximately 3,997,103,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 6,013,239,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of around 10,010,342,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a slight increase from 2021, where emissions were approximately 3,955,698,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 5,783,378,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, leading to a total of around 9,739,076,000 kg CO2e. Merafe Resources has set ambitious long-term carbon reduction targets, aiming for a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2035. This commitment aligns with international climate change scenarios and pathways, demonstrating the company's proactive approach to mitigating its carbon footprint. The renewable energy strategy is a key component of this initiative, further supporting the goal of achieving significant emissions reductions. The company does not currently report Scope 3 emissions, indicating a focus on direct and indirect emissions from its operations. As part of its climate commitments, Merafe Resources is on track to meet its two-year targets, showcasing a strong commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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Scope 1 | 2,897,851,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 4,136,205,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Merafe Resources is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.