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Nexa Resources Perú S.A.A.

Nexa Resources Perú S.A.A., a prominent player in the mining industry, is headquartered in Peru and operates primarily in the regions of Pasco and Ancash. Founded in 2017, the company has quickly established itself as a leader in the production of zinc, copper, and silver, leveraging advanced technologies and sustainable practices to enhance its operations. With a commitment to responsible mining, Nexa Resources focuses on delivering high-quality metals while minimising environmental impact. The company’s unique approach to resource extraction and community engagement has garnered recognition within the industry. As a subsidiary of Nexa Resources, it benefits from a strong market position, contributing significantly to Peru's economy and the global mining sector.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Nexa Resources Perú S.A.A.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

13

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Lead, Zinc, and Tin Processing 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.

9

Industry Benchmark

Nexa Resources Perú S.A.A.'s score of 13 is higher than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Nexa Resources Perú S.A.A.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Nexa Resources Perú S.A.A. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 272,282.49 kg CO2e. This figure reflects the company's overall emissions without specific breakdowns into Scope 1, 2, or 3 categories for that year. In 2021, the company disclosed emissions of 247,218,640 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 7,780,930 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 47,570,630 kg CO2e for Scope 3, indicating a comprehensive approach to tracking its carbon footprint across various scopes. Despite the significant emissions reported, there are currently no publicly stated reduction targets or climate pledges from Nexa Resources. The absence of documented reduction initiatives suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of formalising its climate commitments. As the industry increasingly prioritises sustainability, Nexa Resources will likely need to develop and communicate clear strategies to address its carbon emissions and align with global climate goals.

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2021
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247,218,640
Scope 2
7,780,930
Scope 3
47,570,630

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Nexa Resources Perú S.A.A.'s primary industry is Lead, zinc and tin and products thereof, which is medium 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 Nexa Resources Perú S.A.A. is in PE, which has a medium 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.

Nexa Resources Perú S.A.A. 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.

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