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 Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 236,280,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 118,003,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 76,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 4,291,000 kg CO2e. The company has set interim targets for reducing emissions in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2030, as part of its commitment to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. In 2022, Gold Road's emissions in Australia were recorded at approximately 5,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1,865,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 222,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 2,836,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed emissions data for 2023. Gold Road's climate commitments are underscored by its focus on linking operational expansions, such as the Gruyere project, to its emissions reduction targets. The company aims to establish a clear pathway towards its long-term climate goals, demonstrating a proactive approach to sustainability within the mining sector.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | - | - | - | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Gold Road Res has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
