We recognize the essential role of the mining sector in supporting the energy transition and embrace our responsibility to invest continuously in technology and innovation to reduce our carbon footprint and support the decarbonization of our value chain.
At Vale Base Metals (VBM), we understand that how we mine is just as important as what we mine.
Our customers, partners, communities, and investors, expect us to do our part to address climate change and reduce our emissions.
That is why our climate agenda is designed to create and protect business value, by operating responsibly and reliably.
Our climate agenda is built on four pillars:
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Reducing Emissions
We strive to reduce both direct and indirect greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Scopes 1, 2 and 3) and to contribute effectively to a low-carbon economy.
We work to produce low carbon products by establishing actionable plans and climate resilient pathways for our operations and our value chain. We measure and mitigate the risks caused by a changing climate and develop strategies to enhance the resilience and adaptation of our operations, communities and landscapes in which we operate under a changing climate.
Vale S.A. Goals and Progress
We contribute to Vale S.A. goals through projects that expand the use of alternative energy sources and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
Scope 1 and 2
Reduce emissions from 2017 by 33 per cent in 2030 and achieve net zero by 2050
Scope 3
Reduce emissions from 2018 by 15 per cent in 2035
Renewable
100 per cent of electricity consumption from renewable sources
2024 GHG Emissions
