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.
How does Nord Gold plc's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Nord Gold plc's score of 19 is lower than 51% 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 1,041,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 1,041,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 124,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set a target to achieve a 3% reduction in emissions intensity by 2023, having recorded an emissions intensity of 0.0226 tonnes CO2 per tonne of ore processed in 2020. This commitment applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. As a current subsidiary of Nord Gold plc, the emissions data is cascaded from the parent organization, reflecting its global operations. While no Scope 3 emissions data has been disclosed, the company is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint through these intensity reduction targets.
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| 2020 | |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,041,000,000 | 
| Scope 2 | 124,000,000 | 
| Scope 3 | - | 
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.
Nord Gold plc 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.
