Detour Gold Corporation
Detour Gold Corporation, a prominent player in the mining industry, is headquartered in Canada and primarily operates in the Abitibi region of Quebec. Founded in 2006, the company has established itself as a leader in gold production, with its flagship asset, the Detour Lake Mine, being one of the largest gold mines in North America. Detour Gold focuses on the exploration, development, and production of gold, offering high-quality products that stand out due to their sustainable mining practices and commitment to environmental stewardship. The company has achieved significant milestones, including successful expansions and operational efficiencies that enhance its market position. With a strong emphasis on innovation and responsible mining, Detour Gold Corporation continues to make notable contributions to the industry while prioritising community engagement and sustainability.
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Detour Gold Corporation's score of 10 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Detour Gold Corporation's reported carbon emissions
Detour Gold Corporation, headquartered in Canada, reported significant carbon emissions in recent years. In 2020, the company emitted approximately 246,942,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 sources and about 15,363,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 sources, totalling around 262,305,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined. In 2019, emissions were considerably lower, with Scope 1 emissions at about 8,362,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 3,059,000 kg CO2e, leading to a total of around 11,421,000 kg CO2e. The year 2018 saw the highest emissions, with Scope 1 at approximately 279,227,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 159,208,000 kg CO2e, resulting in a total of around 438,436,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Detour Gold Corporation has not publicly disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of defined climate commitments or science-based targets suggests a need for further action in addressing climate change within the mining industry.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 279,227,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 159,208,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Detour Gold Corporation is not committed to any 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.
