Eldorado Gold
Eldorado Gold Corporation, commonly referred to as Eldorado Gold, is a prominent Canadian gold mining company headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia. Founded in 1992, the company has established itself as a key player in the mining industry, with significant operations in Greece, Turkey, and Canada. Eldorado Gold focuses on the exploration, development, and production of gold, silver, and other precious metals, utilising innovative techniques that enhance efficiency and sustainability. The company is recognised for its commitment to responsible mining practices and has achieved notable milestones, including the successful development of several high-quality mining projects. With a strong market position, Eldorado Gold continues to expand its portfolio, leveraging its expertise to deliver value to shareholders while prioritising environmental stewardship and community engagement.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Eldorado Gold's score of 35 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Eldorado Gold's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Eldorado Gold reported total carbon emissions of approximately 110,424,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 115,443,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This marks a slight increase from 2023, where emissions were approximately 102,844,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and around 105,060,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Eldorado Gold has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. Additionally, the company plans to mitigate its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 30% from a 2020 baseline by 2030, adhering to a 'business-as-usual' approach. These targets reflect a commitment to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, as part of their long-term sustainability strategy. The company’s emissions intensity metrics indicate a focus on improving operational efficiency, with specific targets for emissions per ounce of gold produced. Eldorado Gold's proactive stance on climate action aligns with industry standards and reflects a growing commitment to environmental sustainability within the mining sector.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 67,268,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 98,366,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 33,154,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - |
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