Fortuna Silver Mines Inc., commonly referred to as Fortuna, is a prominent player in the mining industry, headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. Founded in 2005, the company has established a strong presence in Latin America, with significant operations in Peru, Mexico, and Argentina. Fortuna focuses on the exploration, extraction, and processing of silver and gold, offering unique products that cater to the growing demand for precious metals. With a commitment to sustainable mining practices, Fortuna has achieved notable milestones, including the successful development of several high-grade silver and gold mines. The company is recognised for its operational excellence and has garnered a solid market position, making it a trusted name in the mining sector. Fortuna's dedication to innovation and responsible resource management sets it apart in an increasingly competitive landscape.
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In 2023, Fortuna Silver Mines reported total carbon emissions of approximately 144,030,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 88,902,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and about 55,128,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This represents a slight increase from 2022, where total emissions were approximately 136,741,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 81,015,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 55,726,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, nor have they set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. Fortuna Silver Mines continues to monitor and report its emissions, but currently lacks formal reduction strategies or pledges. Overall, Fortuna Silver Mines' emissions reflect the challenges faced by the mining industry in managing carbon footprints while maintaining operational efficiency.
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2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 21,900,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 60,449,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Fortuna Silver Mines 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.