Drdgold
DRDGOLD Limited, a prominent player in the gold mining industry, is headquartered in South Africa (ZA) and primarily operates in the Witwatersrand Basin, a region renowned for its rich gold deposits. Founded in 1895, the company has evolved significantly, focusing on surface gold recovery and tailings retreatment, which sets it apart in the sector. With a commitment to sustainable mining practices, DRDGOLD offers unique services that enhance resource recovery while minimising environmental impact. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the successful integration of advanced technologies in its operations, which has bolstered its market position. Recognised for its innovative approach, DRDGOLD continues to lead in the reclamation of gold from historical mining sites, contributing to both economic growth and environmental stewardship in the region.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Drdgold's score of 25 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Drdgold's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, DRDGOLD reported total carbon emissions of approximately 368,581,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 8,570,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 359,909,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 102,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company's emissions have shown a downward trend, decreasing from about 414,835,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 412,145,000 kg CO2e in 2021. DRDGOLD's emissions profile indicates a significant reliance on electricity, as evidenced by the high Scope 2 emissions, which accounted for the majority of their total emissions. The company has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, suggesting a need for further commitment in this area. Overall, while DRDGOLD has made strides in reducing its carbon footprint, the absence of formal reduction targets highlights an opportunity for the company to enhance its climate commitments and align with industry standards for sustainability.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 8,488,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 407,687,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 149,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Drdgold 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.
