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 a strong presence in key operational regions, including Greece, Turkey, and Canada, focusing on the exploration, development, and production of gold and other precious metals.
Eldorado Gold is renowned for its commitment to sustainable mining practices and operational excellence, with a diverse portfolio that includes both underground and open-pit mining projects. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the successful development of the Olympias and Skouries projects in Greece, which highlight its innovative approach to resource extraction. With a solid market position, Eldorado Gold continues to be a leader in the mining industry, recognised for its strategic growth and dedication to environmental stewardship.
+22 vs industry average
Eldorado Gold’s score of 42 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Precious Metal Mining has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Precious Metal Mining industry has reduced its overall emissions by 64% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2029
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Eldorado Gold's reported carbon emissions
In 2026, Eldorado Gold reported approximately 64 million kg CO2e in combined Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This figure reflects a slight increase from 62 million kg CO2e in 2025 and 60 million kg CO2e in 2024. The company has not disclosed specific Scope 3 emissions data for these years. Eldorado Gold has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. Additionally, the company plans to mitigate its GHG emissions by 30% from a 2020 baseline by 2030, applying this target across all operating mines. This commitment is part of a broader strategy to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, as indicated by their long-term targets. The emissions data and climate commitments are sourced directly from Eldorado Gold Corporation, with no cascading from parent or related organizations. The company is actively working towards enhancing its sustainability practices in line with industry standards.
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Eldorado Gold’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
5 goals2030
30% reduction in all scopes
Mitigate GHG emissions by an amount equal to 30% of our 2020 baseline by 2030, on a “business-as-usual” basis(1)
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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