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        "id": 1717568,
        "msgid": "cutting-emissions-mining-industry-accelerates-decarbonisation-1777913611",
        "date": "2026-05-04 22:00:00",
        "title": "Cutting Emissions, Mining Industry Accelerates Decarbonisation",
        "author": "Satria K Yudha",
        "source": "REPUBLIKA",
        "tags": "",
        "topic": "Mining",
        "summary": "Indonesia's mining sector is intensifying efforts to reduce carbon emissions amid global energy transition pressures, with PT Multi Harapan Utama (MHU), a subsidiary of MMS Group Indonesia, achieving a remarkable 41.34% drop in Scope 1 and 2 emissions in 2024, equivalent to removing over 130,000 passenger vehicles from the roads. This success stems from operational efficiencies, hybrid truck programmes, data-driven energy management, and post-mining land reclamation, surpassing the company's 2030 targets and earning international recognition for transparency and reduction. The initiatives highlight the industry's shift towards technology and nature-based solutions to enhance environmental accountability and long-term sustainability.",
        "content": "<p>The mining industry faces increasing pressure to lower carbon\nemissions amid the global energy transition agenda. Technology-based\napproaches and strengthened reporting systems are now the primary\nstrategies for reducing the environmental impact of operational\nactivities.<\/p>\n<p>One notable implementation is the emission reduction efforts by PT\nMulti Harapan Utama (MHU), a subsidiary of MMS Group Indonesia (MMSGI),\nwhich has begun integrating operational efficiency, fleet\nelectrification, and land reclamation as part of its decarbonisation\nstrategy.<\/p>\n<p>Throughout 2024, the company\u2019s Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions were\nrecorded at 275,065.53 tonnes of CO2e, a 41.34% decrease compared to the\nprevious year. This reduction is equivalent to cutting the carbon\nfootprint of more than 130,000 passenger vehicles.<\/p>\n<p>Compared to the 2021 baseline target, the company aims for an 8%\nreduction in Scope 1 emissions by 2030. However, the 2024 achievement\nshows a 40.89% reduction, far exceeding initial projections.<\/p>\n<p>PT Multi Harapan Utama\u2019s President Director, Kemal Djamil Siregar,\nstated that this accomplishment results from a gradual data- and\ntechnology-based transformation. \u201cWe are not only targeting emission\nreductions but also ensuring every step is measurable, transparent, and\naccountable,\u201d he said on Monday (4\/5\/2026).<\/p>\n<p>The emission reduction is supported by three main approaches: fleet\nefficiency through a hybrid truck programme, data-based operational\nenergy management, and carbon absorption via post-mining land\nreclamation.<\/p>\n<p>The dump truck fleet transformation programme to hybrid technology\nhas reduced fuel consumption by up to 46%, while also generating\noperational cost efficiencies. Meanwhile, data-based operational\nmonitoring systems have further curbed emissions from daily production\nactivities.<\/p>\n<p>Post-mining land reclamation serves as the largest contributor to\ncarbon absorption, reinforcing the role of nature-based approaches in\nthe decarbonisation strategy for the extractive industry.<\/p>\n<p>Looking ahead, the company is also trialling electric dump trucks in\noperational areas as part of the transition to fleet electrification.\nThis step aims to reduce reliance on fossil fuels while lowering\nlong-term operational costs.<\/p>\n<p>Thanks to its emission reduction achievements, MHU recently received\nthe Green Achievement in Emission Reduction and Ruby Achievement in\nEmission Transparency awards at The Best Corporate Transparency and\nEmission Reduction Awards 2026.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to emission reduction aspects, the company has developed\na reporting system based on international standards such as ISO 14064-1\nand IPCC Guidelines, along with routine reporting through the Ministry\nof Environment\u2019s PROPER programme.<\/p>\n<p>At the group level, MMSGI scored 52\/100 in the 2025 Corporate\nSustainability Assessment by S&amp;P Global for the coal sector. This\nachievement indicates the growing push for the industry to strengthen\ntransparency and environmental performance.<\/p>",
        "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/cutting-emissions-mining-industry-accelerates-decarbonisation-1777913611",
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