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 2024, Hecla Mining, headquartered in the US, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 81,788,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 28,227,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of about 111,995,000 kg CO2e. This marks a significant increase from 2023, where emissions were approximately 65,345,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 19,504,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, totalling around 86,201,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, Hecla Mining has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2022, the company reported emissions of about 64,203,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 25,026,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, totalling approximately 91,049,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a trend of increasing emissions, with 2021 figures showing a total of around 76,550,000 kg CO2e and 2020 at approximately 85,970,000 kg CO2e. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed, Hecla Mining's emissions data reflects its ongoing operations and the challenges faced in managing carbon emissions within the mining industry. The company has not reported any Scope 3 emissions, which typically encompass indirect emissions from the value chain. Overall, Hecla Mining's emissions data highlights the complexities of achieving sustainability in the mining sector, with a need for strategic initiatives to address rising emissions in the coming years.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 101,718,000 | 00,000,000 | 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 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Hecla Mining 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.
