Newcrest
Newcrest Mining Limited, commonly referred to as Newcrest, is a leading gold mining company headquartered in Australia. Established in 1966, Newcrest has grown to become one of the largest gold producers globally, with significant operations in Australia, Papua New Guinea, and Canada. The company is renowned for its expertise in exploration, mining, and production of gold and copper, focusing on sustainable practices and innovation. Newcrest's core products include high-quality gold and copper, with a commitment to responsible mining that sets it apart in the industry. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the development of advanced mining technologies and a strong portfolio of assets, such as the Cadia Valley Operations and Lihir Gold Mine. With a robust market position, Newcrest continues to be a key player in the global mining sector, recognised for its operational excellence and commitment to sustainability.
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Newcrest's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Newcrest Mining Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,247,000,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,387,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 861,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 870,000,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions include significant contributions from business travel (about 96,000,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (approximately 353,000,000 kg CO2e). Newcrest has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero carbon emissions by 2050. This goal encompasses both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, with a specific target of achieving a 30% reduction in emissions intensity per tonne of ore milled by 2030. These targets were established in their Group Net Zero Emissions Roadmap, which identifies various decarbonisation options. The emissions data for Newcrest is cascaded from its parent company, Newmont Corporation, reflecting a corporate family relationship. This cascading ensures that Newcrest aligns its climate strategies with broader industry standards and practices. Overall, Newcrest is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint while addressing the challenges posed by climate change, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability in the mining sector.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,288,105,000 | 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 | 817,802,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Newcrest 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.
