Golden Star Resources
Golden Star Resources Ltd., commonly referred to as Golden Star, is a prominent gold mining company headquartered in Ghana (GH). Established in 1994, the company has made significant strides in the mining industry, focusing primarily on gold exploration, development, and production. With operations centred in the Ashanti Region of Ghana, Golden Star is renowned for its commitment to sustainable mining practices and community engagement. The company’s flagship assets include the Wassa and Prestea mines, which are distinguished by their high-grade gold deposits and efficient production methods. Golden Star has achieved notable milestones, including the successful transition to underground mining at Prestea, enhancing its market position as a reliable gold producer. With a strong emphasis on innovation and environmental stewardship, Golden Star Resources continues to be a key player in the global gold market.
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Golden Star Resources's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Golden Star Resources, headquartered in Ghana (GH), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 26,820,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 69,770,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This reflects a significant increase in emissions compared to 2020, where Scope 1 emissions were about 20,408,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 12,200,000 kg CO2e. In 2019, the company recorded Scope 1 emissions of around 20,890,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 9,950,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Golden Star Resources has not established specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company is currently classified as a subsidiary of Golden Star Resources Ltd., which may influence its emissions reporting and climate strategies. Overall, while Golden Star Resources has made strides in emissions reporting, it currently lacks defined climate commitments or reduction initiatives, placing it in a challenging position within the industry context of increasing climate accountability.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 20,890,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 9,950,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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