Kinross Gold Sustainability Profile
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.
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Industry Benchmark
Kinross Gold's score of 48 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Kinross Gold's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Kinross Gold reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,210,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1,078,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 391,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at about 1,790 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of around 2,652,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 1,018,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 374,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 1,260,000,000 kg CO2e. Kinross Gold has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. This long-term goal encompasses both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the company has established a near-term target to reduce the intensity of its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 30% by 2030, using an adjusted 2021 baseline. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are independently reported by Kinross Gold Corporation. The commitment to reducing emissions aligns with industry standards and reflects a proactive approach to climate change mitigation.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 777,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 574,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 172,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000 |
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Kinross Gold's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Kinross Gold's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 100% last year and decreased by approximately 100% since 2015, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 47183799% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Kinross Gold's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Kinross Gold has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
