Gold Road Resources Ltd, commonly referred to as Gold Road, is a prominent player in the precious metal ores and concentrates industry, headquartered in Australia. Founded in 2004, the company has established itself as a leader in gold exploration and production, primarily operating in the highly prospective Yamarna Belt in Western Australia.
Gold Road is renowned for its flagship project, the Gruyere Gold Mine, which has significantly contributed to its market position. The company focuses on sustainable mining practices and innovative exploration techniques, setting it apart in a competitive landscape. With a commitment to delivering high-quality gold products, Gold Road continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its reputation as a key contributor to the Australian mining sector.
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Industry Intensity
Precious Metal Mining has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Precious Metal Mining industry has reduced its overall emissions by 41% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Gold Road Res's reported carbon emissions
Gold Road Resources, an Australian precious metal ores and concentrates company, reported its carbon emissions for the past several years. For the most recent reporting year, 2024, the company's total emissions were approximately 236,280,000 kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of about 118,003,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 76,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling about 4,291,000 kg CO2e. Key Scope 3 categories disclosed for 2024 were purchased goods and services at 3,611,000 kg CO2e and business travel at 2,420,000 kg CO2e.
In 2023, Gold Road Resources reported total emissions of approximately 5,346,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 955,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 76,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2023 were approximately 4,291,000 kg CO2e.
The company's 2022 emissions totalled approximately 2,424,000 kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of about 1,865,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 222,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2022 were reported at 502,000 kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services accounting for 1,469,000 kg CO2e and downstream leased assets at 47,600 kg CO2e.
For 2021, total emissions were approximately 4,113,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 1,917,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 79,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were 2,197,000 kg CO2e. In 2020, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 1,955,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were about 48,000 kg CO2e, with no Scope 3 emissions reported. In 2019, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 1,633,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were about 59,000 kg CO2e, with no Scope 3 emissions reported.
Gold Road Resources has set climate targets, aiming for net zero by 2050, with interim targets for 2030 on its way to this goal. These targets are linked to the potential extension of its Gruyere operations. The company is a current subsidiary of Gold Road Resources Limited, and its SBTi and RTZ targets are cascaded from Gold Fields Limited.
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Gold Road Res’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2030
In past years we have linked the potential extension of Gruy…
In past years we have linked the potential extension of Gruyere to our ability to set an interim 2030 target on our way to net zero in 2050.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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