Gold Road Resources Limited, commonly referred to as Gold Road, is a prominent Australian gold exploration and development company headquartered in Perth, Western Australia. Founded in 2004, Gold Road has established itself as a key player in the mining industry, particularly in the Yamarna Greenstone Belt, where it focuses on the discovery and development of high-quality gold deposits. The company’s flagship project, the Gruyere Gold Project, is a joint venture with Gold Fields and has achieved significant milestones since its inception, including successful production and exploration results. Gold Road is recognised for its innovative approach to resource development and commitment to sustainable practices, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a strong portfolio of projects and a strategic vision for growth, Gold Road continues to solidify its position as a leader in the Australian gold sector.
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In 2024, Gold Road Resources reported total carbon emissions of approximately 236,280,000 kg CO2e, comprising 118,003,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 76,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 4,291,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a significant increase in emissions compared to previous years, with 2023 data currently unavailable. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050. As part of this strategy, Gold Road has established interim reduction targets for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, targeting a reduction by 2030. This commitment is linked to the potential extension of their Gruyere project, indicating a proactive approach to integrating sustainability into their operational planning. Gold Road's emissions data reflects a comprehensive disclosure across all relevant scopes, demonstrating transparency in their environmental impact. The company continues to focus on reducing its carbon footprint while maintaining operational efficiency in the gold mining sector.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,633,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 59,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Gold Road Res 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.