Centerra Gold
Centerra Gold Inc., a prominent player in the mining industry, is headquartered in Canada and operates major projects in North America, including the United States and Canada, as well as internationally in countries such as Kyrgyzstan and Turkey. Founded in 2004, the company has established itself as a leader in gold production, focusing on the exploration, development, and operation of gold mines. Centerra Gold is renowned for its commitment to sustainable mining practices and its innovative approach to resource extraction. The company’s core offerings include gold and copper production, with a strong emphasis on environmental stewardship and community engagement. Notable achievements include significant production milestones and a robust portfolio of operating mines, positioning Centerra Gold as a key player in the global gold market.
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Centerra Gold's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Centerra Gold reported total carbon emissions of approximately 107,384 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 33,790 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 155,200 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This represents a significant commitment to transparency in their carbon footprint, with a total of about 296,374 kg CO2e emitted across all scopes. The company has set ambitious climate commitments aligned with the Paris Agreement, aiming for a 40% to 45% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions below 2005 levels by 2030, and achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. In 2023, Centerra Gold achieved a notable reduction in emissions per ounce of gold produced, decreasing from 0.28 tCO2e/oz in 2022 to 0.22 tCO2e/oz, marking a reduction of nearly 21%. Centerra Gold's emissions profile includes significant Scope 3 emissions, primarily from purchased goods and services (86,250 kg CO2e) and downstream transportation and distribution (41,159 kg CO2e). The company is actively identifying climate-related risks and opportunities, assessing various scenarios to ensure resilience against climate change impacts. Overall, Centerra Gold is making strides towards its long-term climate goals while addressing its operational emissions across all scopes.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 337,028,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 25,102,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,606,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000 |
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Centerra Gold is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
