Kinross Gold
Kinross Gold Corporation, commonly referred to as Kinross Gold, is a prominent player in the global mining industry, headquartered in Canada. Founded in 1993, the company has established itself as a leader in gold production, with significant operations in regions such as North America, South America, and West Africa. Specialising in the exploration, acquisition, and operation of gold mines, Kinross Gold is known for its commitment to sustainable mining practices and innovation. The company’s core offerings include gold and silver production, with a focus on high-quality assets that enhance its market position. Notable achievements include a strong track record of operational excellence and a commitment to responsible mining, which sets Kinross apart in a competitive landscape.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Precious Metal Mining 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.
Industry Benchmark
Kinross Gold's score of 37 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Kinross Gold's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Kinross Gold reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,391,248,000 kg CO2e, comprising 29,165,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 373,597,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,260,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant increase in emissions compared to previous years, particularly in Scope 3, which includes emissions from purchased goods and services and fuel-related activities. In 2022, the company recorded total emissions of about 3,725,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,038,791,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 410,037,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 2,238,538,000 kg CO2e. The trend indicates a growing reliance on activities contributing to Scope 3 emissions, which are often the most challenging to manage. Kinross Gold has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. However, the company continues to monitor and report its emissions across all scopes, demonstrating a commitment to transparency in its climate impact. The emissions intensity per tonne of ore processed has been reported, with figures indicating a focus on improving operational efficiency. Overall, while Kinross Gold's emissions have fluctuated, the lack of defined reduction targets suggests an opportunity for the company to enhance its climate strategy and align with industry standards for sustainability.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 954,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 614,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 169,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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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.
Kinross Gold 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.
