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Sandfire Resources Ltd

Common Name
Sandfire Resources
Country
Australia
Sector
Basic Materials
Industry
Copper
Employees
1,355
Ticker
SFR
Exchange
ASX
Description
Sandfire Resources Limited is a global mining company specializing in the exploration, development, and operation of mineral projects, with a primary focus on copper. Established in 2003 and headquart...

Sandfire Resources's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, Sandfire Resources completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).

Sandfire Resources has also provided a category-level breakdown for 6 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Total Scope 2
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a. Sandfire Resources's Sustainability Data Spreadsheet 2024
a. Sandfire Resources's Sustainability Data Spreadsheet 2024

Insights into Sandfire Resources's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ofSandfire Resources amounted to311,900metric tons of CO2 equivalent.This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2).a

Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Sandfire Resourcesincreased by 109.94%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations.a

Sandfire Resources's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

2021202220232024040 k80 k120 k160 ktCO2e+12%+46%-23%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Sandfire Resources's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Sandfire Resources were 108,303 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).a

Has Sandfire Resources reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2021, Sandfire Resources's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 25.43%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.a

Compared to the previous year(2023), Sandfire Resources's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 23.47%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.a

What are Sandfire Resources's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, Sandfire Resources reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 203,597 tCOâ‚‚e using the location-based method.a

What methodology does Sandfire Resources use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, Sandfire Resources reported its Scope 2 emissions using the location-based method.a

Sandfire Resources's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

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  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)

Insights into Sandfire Resources's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, Sandfire Resources reported 583,626 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a

The 2024 disclosure of Sandfire Resources includes a breakdown across 6of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol,up from 0 in 2023, reflecting improved emissions accounting practices and greater transparency across the company's value chaina

Sandfire Resources's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

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What are Sandfire Resources's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, Sandfire Resources reported total Scope 3 emissions of 583,626 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).a

Approximately 32.24%of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 67.76%came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Sandfire Resources disclose?

In 2024, Sandfire Resources reported emissions for 6 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a

This partial disclosure allows for some insight into the company's indirect impacts.

What are the main sources of Sandfire Resources's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, the largest contributors to Sandfire Resources's Scope 3 emissions were:a

  • Processing of Sold Products (Cat. 10): 284,738 tCOâ‚‚e(67.76%)
  • Fuel- and Energy-Related Services (Cat. 3): 55,990 tCOâ‚‚e(13.32%)
  • Downstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 9): 51,913 tCOâ‚‚e(12.35%)

Sandfire Resources's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Processing of SoldProducts (Cat. 10)(67.8%)Fuel- andEnergy-RelatedServices (Cat. 3)(13.3%)DownstreamTransportation andDistribution(Cat. 9)(12.4%)

Insights into Sandfire Resources’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, Sandfire Resources reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 108,303 tCOâ‚‚e and total revenues of USD 1,394 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 77.67 tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD.a

Sandfire Resources's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

50010,000200,0002,000,00050,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)502002,00020,000200,000Revenues (Millions of USD)FYAFreeport-McMoRanYear: 2024Scope 1: 10,815,573 tCO2eRevenue: $M 25,455Scope 1 Intensity: 424.89 tCO2e/$MHindustan CopperYear: 2024Scope 1: 7,853 tCO2eRevenue: $M 204Scope 1 Intensity: 38.42 tCO2e/$MFFFirst Copper TechnologyYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,026 tCO2eRevenue: $M 95Scope 1 Intensity: 31.69 tCO2e/$MChina Nonferrous MiningYear: 2024Scope 1: 223,818 tCO2eRevenue: $M 29,723Scope 1 Intensity: 7.53 tCO2e/$MEmerald ResourcesYear: 2025Scope 1: 54,625 tCO2eRevenue: $M 283Scope 1 Intensity: 192.79 tCO2e/$MMMGYear: 2024Scope 1: 648,866 tCO2eRevenue: $M 35,016Scope 1 Intensity: 18.53 tCO2e/$MBrickworksYear: 2024Scope 1: 244,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 709Scope 1 Intensity: 344.38 tCO2e/$MKME GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 53,251 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,629Scope 1 Intensity: 32.69 tCO2e/$MNufarmYear: 2024Scope 1: 38,043 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,305Scope 1 Intensity: 29.15 tCO2e/$MNickel IndustriesYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,934,253 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,680Scope 1 Intensity: 1,094.73 tCO2e/$MFirst Quantum MineralsYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,700,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,802Scope 1 Intensity: 354.02 tCO2e/$MYYYunnan CopperYear: 2024Scope 1: 580,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 24,392Scope 1 Intensity: 23.78 tCO2e/$MSouthern CopperYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,040,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 11,433Scope 1 Intensity: 178.42 tCO2e/$MAAAtalaya Mining CopperYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,133 tCO2eRevenue: $M 294Scope 1 Intensity: 17.48 tCO2e/$MHudbay MineralsYear: 2024Scope 1: 287,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,793Scope 1 Intensity: 102.75 tCO2e/$MCapstone CopperYear: 2024Scope 1: 423,376 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,599Scope 1 Intensity: 264.74 tCO2e/$MGold Road ResourcesYear: 2023Scope 1: 104,383 tCO2eRevenue: $M 322Scope 1 Intensity: 324.42 tCO2e/$MLundin MiningYear: 2024Scope 1: 715,289 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,720Scope 1 Intensity: 151.56 tCO2e/$MMineral ResourcesYear: 2024Scope 1: 705,005 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,508Scope 1 Intensity: 200.98 tCO2e/$MJiangxi CopperYear: 2024Scope 1: 247,100 tCO2eRevenue: $M 71,379Scope 1 Intensity: 3.46 tCO2e/$MJinchuan InternationalYear: 2023Scope 1: 48,740 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,983Scope 1 Intensity: 9.78 tCO2e/$MSandfire ResourcesYear: 2024Scope 1: 108,303 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,394Scope 1 Intensity: 77.67 tCO2e/$M

How does Sandfire Resources's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, Sandfire Resources reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 77.67 tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 102.75, this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

Where does Sandfire Resources rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, Sandfire Resources ranked 11 out of 21 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD).a

Sandfire Resources is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency.a

Insights into Sandfire Resources's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, Sandfire Resources reported a total carbon footprint of 895,526 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 502.78% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.a

The largest contributor to Sandfire Resources's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 65.17% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 22.73%.a

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