Gold Fields Limited, a prominent player in the precious metals industry, is headquartered in South Africa (ZA) and operates major mining sites across regions such as Australia, Ghana, Peru, and Chile. Founded in 1887, the company has established itself as a leader in gold production, with a commitment to sustainable mining practices and innovation.
Gold Fields focuses on the exploration, extraction, and processing of gold, offering unique services that prioritise environmental stewardship and community engagement. With a strong market position, the company has achieved significant milestones, including the development of advanced mining technologies and a robust portfolio of high-quality assets. Gold Fields continues to be recognised for its operational excellence and dedication to responsible mining, making it a key player in the global precious metals sector.
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Industry Intensity
Precious Metal Production is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Precious Metal Production industry has reduced its overall emissions by 32% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Gold Fields's reported carbon emissions
Gold Fields, a precious metals company headquartered in South Africa (ZA), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1.63 billion kg CO2e for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions in 2024. For the same year, Scope 3 emissions were approximately 823 million kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services being the largest contributor within this scope at about 526.1 million kg CO2e.
In 2023, Gold Fields disclosed Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 950 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions at approximately 1.63 billion kg CO2e. In 2022, Scope 3 emissions were approximately 980 million kg CO2e and Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 1.72 billion kg CO2e.
Historically, Gold Fields has reported its total carbon emissions, with figures around 2.13 billion kg CO2e in 2020, 2.09 billion kg CO2e in 2019, and 1.99 billion kg CO2e in 2018. Across various years, Scope 3 emissions have consistently been reported as a significant portion of their overall footprint, with a notable figure of approximately 520 million kg CO2e in 2020 and around 480 million kg CO2e in 2018 and 2019.
Gold Fields has committed to a net-zero target for all scopes by 2050, originating from their own corporate commitments. They are also a member of the We Are Still In initiative, indicating a commitment to the Paris Agreement goals.
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