ICMM Publishes Global Mining & Metals GHG Dataset

The International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM) has published its new Global Mining & Metals Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Dataset, offering a comprehensive view of scope 1 and 2 emissions from the mining and metals sector in 2024. This dataset, developed in partnership with Wood Mackenzie, combines facility-level data from 1,700 facilities across 14 commodities, representing 87% of global production. Key findings indicate that non-Coal mining accounts for only 0.54% of global GHG emissions, while the entire sector (mining and metal processing) is the sixth largest source, contributing less than power generation, transport, and agriculture. Steel and Aluminium production, along with Coal mining, are identified as the largest sources of emissions within the sector, with approximately 80% of these emissions originating in Asia. The dataset aims to provide a transparent baseline to support informed dialogue and decision-making for policymakers, investors, and stakeholders as demand for energy transition minerals grows.