De Beers Group, a renowned name in the diamond industry, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across Africa, Canada, and Australia. Founded in 1888, the company has played a pivotal role in shaping the global diamond market, establishing itself as a leader in diamond exploration, mining, and retail. De Beers is celebrated for its unique offerings, including ethically sourced diamonds and innovative marketing strategies that have defined luxury jewellery. The company’s commitment to sustainability and responsible sourcing sets it apart in a competitive landscape. With a rich history marked by significant milestones, De Beers continues to hold a prominent market position, recognised for its quality and craftsmanship in diamond production.
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In 2023, De Beers reported total emissions of approximately 1,600,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity accounting for about 900,000,000 kg CO2e. This marks a slight decrease from 2022, where total emissions were about 1,700,000,000 kg CO2e, including Scope 3 emissions of approximately 3,100,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set a significant commitment to achieve a 42% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, with a long-term target to reach net zero across all scopes by August 2024. De Beers operates as a current subsidiary of De Beers UK Limited, with emissions data cascaded from its parent company, Anglo American plc. The company is actively working towards its science-based targets, reflecting a commitment to sustainability within the diamond industry.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | - | - | - | - |
Scope 2 | 900,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 3,800,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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De Beers 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.