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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Eldorado Gold's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Eldorado Gold reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 110,424,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 115,443,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a slight increase from 2023, where Scope 1 emissions were around 102,844,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 105,060,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Eldorado Gold has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. Additionally, the company plans to mitigate GHG emissions from current operating mines by 30% from a 2020 baseline by 2030. These targets are part of their broader strategy to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, as committed to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The emissions data and reduction targets are sourced directly from Eldorado Gold Corporation, with no cascading from a parent or related organization. The company continues to focus on sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint in the mining sector, aligning with industry standards for climate action.
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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 | - | - | - | - | - |
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