Hecla Mining
Hecla Mining Company, a prominent player in the mining industry, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations in North America, particularly in Alaska and Idaho. Founded in 1891, Hecla has established itself as a leader in silver and gold production, boasting a rich history marked by key milestones in resource extraction and sustainability. The company primarily focuses on the exploration, development, and production of precious metals, with a unique emphasis on environmentally responsible mining practices. Hecla's core products include high-grade silver and gold, which are essential for various industrial applications and investment purposes. With a strong market position, Hecla Mining is recognised for its commitment to innovation and operational excellence, making it a notable entity in the global mining sector.
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Hecla Mining's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Hecla Mining, headquartered in the US, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 86,201,000 kg CO2e, comprising 65,345,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 19,504,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This reflects a slight increase in emissions compared to 2022, where total emissions were about 91,049,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 64,203,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 25,026,000 kg CO2e. Over the past five years, Hecla Mining has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The company has reported emissions data consistently, allowing for transparency in its environmental impact. The emissions intensity for 2023 was approximately 196.0 metric tonnes CO2e per Au-Equivalent ounce, indicating a focus on monitoring and potentially improving operational efficiency. While Hecla Mining has not set formal reduction targets or joined initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the company continues to engage in sustainability reporting, reflecting its awareness of climate commitments within the mining industry.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 102,675,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 32,626,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Hecla Mining is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
