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Highland Gold Mining Limited

Highland Gold Mining Limited, a prominent player in the mining industry, is headquartered in Russia. Founded in 2002, the company has established itself as a key operator in the exploration and production of gold, primarily in the Russian Far East. With a focus on sustainable mining practices, Highland Gold operates several significant assets, including the Mnogovershinnoye and Belaya Gora mines, which contribute to its robust portfolio. The company is recognised for its commitment to operational excellence and environmental stewardship, setting it apart in a competitive market. Highland Gold's strategic initiatives have led to notable achievements, positioning it as a leading gold producer in Russia. With a strong emphasis on innovation and efficiency, Highland Gold Mining Limited continues to drive growth and deliver value to its stakeholders.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Highland Gold Mining Limited's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

5

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Precious Metal Production industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

7

Industry Benchmark

Highland Gold Mining Limited's score of 5 is lower than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Highland Gold Mining Limited's reported carbon emissions

Highland Gold Mining Limited, headquartered in Russia, reported significant carbon emissions in 2019, totalling approximately 324,658,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 emissions, 30,682,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 emissions, and 91,701,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This data indicates a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, covering all three scopes. In 2018, the company’s emissions were even higher, with Scope 1 emissions at about 284,833,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 35,693,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 885,079,000 kg CO2e. The figures reflect a growing awareness of the need for climate accountability within the mining sector. Despite the substantial emissions, Highland Gold Mining Limited has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction strategies or climate pledges. This context highlights the ongoing challenges and opportunities for the company in addressing its carbon footprint and aligning with industry standards for climate action.

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284,833,000
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Scope 2
35,693,000
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Scope 3
885,079,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Highland Gold Mining Limited's primary industry is Precious metals, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Highland Gold Mining Limited is headquartered in RU, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Highland Gold Mining Limited 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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