Northern Star
Northern Star Resources Limited, commonly referred to as Northern Star, is a prominent Australian gold mining company headquartered in Perth, Western Australia. Founded in 2000, the company has rapidly established itself as a key player in the mining industry, with significant operations across Australia and North America. Specialising in gold exploration, extraction, and production, Northern Star is renowned for its high-quality assets and commitment to sustainable practices. The company’s flagship projects include the Kalgoorlie and Pogo mines, which contribute to its strong market position and impressive production rates. With a focus on operational excellence and innovation, Northern Star has achieved notable milestones, including substantial growth in production and reserves. Its dedication to responsible mining and community engagement further distinguishes it within the competitive landscape of the gold sector.
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Northern Star's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Northern Star Resources, headquartered in Australia, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,500,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,202,405,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 1,163,635,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 629,816,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown includes significant contributions from purchased goods and services (about 345,235,000 kg CO2e) and fuel and energy-related activities (approximately 207,639,000 kg CO2e). In 2022, the company reported total emissions of about 2,500,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 1,233,730,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions around 1,202,401,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of about 665,134,000 kg CO2e. Northern Star has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. However, the company continues to monitor and report its emissions across all relevant scopes, demonstrating a commitment to transparency in its environmental impact. The mining industry is increasingly focusing on reducing carbon footprints, and Northern Star's ongoing emissions reporting aligns with this broader industry trend.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 209,455,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 160,988,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Northern Star 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.
