Kirkland Lake Gold Ltd.
Kirkland Lake Gold Ltd., a prominent player in the mining industry, is headquartered in Canada and operates primarily in the prolific gold mining regions of Ontario and Australia. Founded in 1988, the company has achieved significant milestones, including the successful acquisition of high-grade assets that bolster its market position. Specialising in the exploration, development, and production of gold, Kirkland Lake Gold is renowned for its unique approach to mining, focusing on high-quality, low-cost operations. The company’s flagship assets, such as the Macassa and Fosterville mines, are celebrated for their exceptional ore grades and operational efficiency. With a commitment to sustainable practices and community engagement, Kirkland Lake Gold continues to solidify its reputation as a leader in the global gold market.
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Kirkland Lake Gold Ltd.'s score of 19 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Kirkland Lake Gold Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions
Kirkland Lake Gold Ltd., headquartered in Canada, reported significant carbon emissions in recent years. In 2020, the company emitted approximately 246,942,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 sources and about 15,363,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 sources, totalling around 262,305,000 kg CO2e. In 2019, emissions were considerably lower, with Scope 1 emissions at about 8,362,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 3,059,000 kg CO2e, leading to a total of around 11,421,000 kg CO2e. The year 2018 saw the highest emissions, with Scope 1 at approximately 279,227,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 159,208,000 kg CO2e, resulting in a total of around 438,436,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Kirkland Lake Gold has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of defined climate commitments or science-based targets suggests that the company may need to enhance its climate strategy to align with industry standards and expectations for sustainability.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 279,227,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 159,208,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Kirkland Lake Gold Ltd. 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.
