Nord Gold plc, commonly referred to as Nordgold, is a prominent gold mining company headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 2002, the company has developed a strong operational presence across several key regions, including West Africa, Russia, and Kazakhstan. Specialising in the exploration, extraction, and production of gold, Nordgold is recognised for its commitment to sustainable mining practices and innovative technologies. With a diverse portfolio of assets, Nordgold operates multiple mines and projects, delivering high-quality gold products that meet rigorous industry standards. The company has achieved significant milestones, including a robust market position as one of the leading gold producers globally. Nordgold's focus on operational excellence and responsible resource management sets it apart in the competitive mining sector, making it a noteworthy player in the industry.
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Nord Gold plc's score of 16 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2020, Nord Gold plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 499,317,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,260,200 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile combustion, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 86,282,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of about 2,107,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its emissions intensity by 3% by 2023, building on its 2020 performance of 0.0226 tonnes CO2 per tonne of ore processed. This commitment reflects Nord Gold's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint across its operations. As part of its sustainability strategy, Nord Gold is focused on improving its emissions management and enhancing operational efficiency, aligning with industry standards for climate action.
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2019 | 2020 | |
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Scope 1 | 246,600 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 68,124,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 1,535,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Nord Gold plc 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.