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 emissions of approximately 341,147,000 kg CO2e, comprising 281,845,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 59,302,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This reflects a continued commitment to monitoring and managing their carbon footprint. In 2022, the company recorded total emissions of 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. This indicates a slight increase in emissions from the previous year, which stood at approximately 395,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021, with Scope 1 emissions at 270,452,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 108,011,000 kg CO2e. Equinox Gold has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. However, they are actively engaged in tracking their emissions and have reported a decrease in emissions intensity, with GHG emissions intensity improving from 660 kg CO2e per ounce of gold produced in 2022 to 580 kg CO2e per ounce in 2023. The company continues to focus on transparency in its emissions reporting, which is crucial for stakeholders and aligns with industry standards for climate accountability.
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Add to project| 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 | 395,000,000 | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Equinox Gold 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.
