Sustainability
Sustainability
Xstrata's Sustainability Report 2008
Xstrata's Sustainability Report 2008 covers the economic, environmental and social performance of Xstrata's managed operations. The Sustainability Report provides information about Xstrata's sustainability development policies, practices and performance.
Our Approach
We are committed to the goal of sustainable development. We balance social, environmental and economic considerations in how we manage our business.
Our 2008 performance and 2009 targets
| 2008 targets | 2008 performance | 2009 targets |
|---|---|---|
| 5% reduction in carbon intensity (GHGs per tonne of product) by 2010 over 2005 performance | 2008 Group carbon intensity decreased 28% over 2005 performance | All alloys, copper, nickel, zinc-lead operations to implement carbon intensity reduction targets |
| 3% reduction in energy intensity (per tonne of product) by 2012 over 200 performance | 2008 Group energy intensity increased 1% over 2007 performance | All managed operations to implement site energy intensity reduction targets |
The scorecard details our performance during 2008 against the targets we set in key areas. The results can be viewed at either a Group level or by individual commodity businesses. Our targets for 2009 are also detailed.
