Equinox Gold
Equinox Gold Corp, a prominent player in the mining industry, is headquartered in California, with significant operations across North America and South America. Founded in 2017, the company has rapidly established itself as a leading gold producer, focusing on the acquisition, exploration, and development of gold properties. Equinox Gold's portfolio includes several high-quality assets, such as the Aurizona and Los Filos mines, which are known for their robust production capabilities and strategic locations. The company is committed to sustainable mining practices, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a strong emphasis on operational excellence and growth, Equinox Gold has achieved notable milestones, including significant increases in production and reserves. Its market position is bolstered by a dedicated team and a clear vision for future expansion in the gold sector.
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Equinox Gold's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Equinox Gold reported total carbon emissions of approximately 341,147,000 kg CO2e, comprising 281,845,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 59,302,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a slight increase from 2022, when total emissions were about 327,780,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 278,145,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 49,635,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, the company recorded total emissions of approximately 378,463,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 270,452,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 108,011,000 kg CO2e. Equinox Gold has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, nor does it disclose any Scope 3 emissions data. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are solely attributed to Equinox Gold Corp. The company’s GHG emissions intensity for gold production is reported at 580 kg CO2e per ounce in 2023, down from 660 kg CO2e per ounce in 2022. This indicates a positive trend in emissions efficiency despite the overall increase in total emissions. Equinox Gold continues to focus on its operational emissions, with a commitment to improving its environmental performance in the mining sector.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 270,452,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 108,011,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Equinox 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.
