Barrick Gold
Barrick Gold Corporation, commonly known as Barrick Gold, is a leading global gold mining company headquartered in Toronto, Canada. Established in 1983, Barrick has grown to become one of the largest gold producers in the world, with significant operations across North America, South America, Africa, and Australia. The company primarily focuses on the exploration, mining, and production of gold, alongside copper mining activities. Barrick's commitment to sustainable mining practices and innovation sets it apart in the industry, ensuring responsible resource extraction while maximising shareholder value. With a strong market position, Barrick Gold has achieved notable milestones, including the successful integration of major acquisitions and a robust portfolio of high-quality assets. The company continues to lead in operational excellence and environmental stewardship, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted name in the mining sector.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Barrick Gold's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Barrick Gold's score of 37 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Barrick Gold's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Barrick Gold Corporation reported approximately 6.36 million tonnes CO2e in Scope 1 and 2 emissions, alongside significant Scope 3 emissions, including about 1.26 million tonnes CO2e from fuel and energy-related activities and 0.48 million tonnes CO2e from employee commuting. Over the years, Barrick has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, achieving a notable decrease in emissions from 7.52 million tonnes CO2e in 2020 to 6.36 million tonnes CO2e in 2023. The company has set various climate commitments, although specific reduction targets have not been detailed. Barrick has participated in initiatives such as the Carbon Pricing Champions and is actively involved in the Sustainable Stock Exchanges initiative. Their emissions data reflects a focus on transparency and accountability in addressing climate change, with a consistent effort to monitor and report on their environmental impact. Overall, Barrick Gold's emissions profile indicates a proactive approach to managing carbon emissions, aligning with industry standards and expectations for sustainability in the mining sector.
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Add to project2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,955,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 372,500,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Barrick Gold is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
