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Epiroc

Epiroc AB, a leading global provider of mining and construction equipment, is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden (SE). Founded in 1873, the company has established itself as a key player in the industry, focusing on innovative solutions for rock drilling, excavation, and demolition. Epiroc operates in major regions including Europe, North America, and Asia, delivering advanced technology and sustainable practices. The company’s core products encompass hydraulic attachments, drilling rigs, and automation solutions, all designed to enhance productivity and safety in challenging environments. Epiroc is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and efficiency, positioning itself as a market leader with notable achievements in automation and digitalisation. With a rich history and a forward-thinking approach, Epiroc continues to shape the future of the mining and construction sectors.

DitchCarbon Score

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53

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Salt and Mineral Mining industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

22

Industry Benchmark

Epiroc's score of 53 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Epiroc's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Epiroc reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions at 10,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 17,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a staggering 5,653,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3, specifically from the use of sold products. The company has set ambitious targets to halve its absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This commitment aligns with their broader goal of achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. Epiroc's reduction initiatives include a 50% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 2030. These targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring they are consistent with the global aim to limit warming to 1.5°C. The company is actively working towards these goals, which will become increasingly challenging as their business expands. Overall, Epiroc's climate commitments reflect a strong dedication to sustainability and reducing their carbon footprint in the electrical equipment and machinery sector, headquartered in Sweden.

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2017201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
6,000,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
28,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
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-
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Epiroc's primary industry is Chemical and fertilizer minerals, salt and other mining and quarrying products n.e.c., which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Epiroc is in SE, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Epiroc is participating in some 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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