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Novagold Resources

Novagold Resources Inc., a prominent player in the mining industry, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations in Alaska and British Columbia. Founded in 1984, the company has established itself as a leader in gold exploration and development, focusing primarily on its flagship Donlin Gold project, which is one of the largest undeveloped gold deposits in the world. Novagold is dedicated to sustainable mining practices, emphasising environmental stewardship and community engagement. The company’s unique approach combines advanced exploration techniques with a commitment to responsible resource management, setting it apart in the competitive mining sector. With a strong market position and notable achievements, including strategic partnerships and significant resource discoveries, Novagold continues to drive innovation and growth in the gold mining landscape.

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How does Novagold Resources'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.

27

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Salt and Mineral Mining industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Novagold Resources's score of 27 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Novagold Resources's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Novagold Resources reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,255,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 1,235,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and around 220,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a significant reduction from 2022, where the company emitted approximately 2,666,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 2,633,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 34,000 kg CO2e. The data indicates a positive trend in emissions reduction, particularly in Scope 1 emissions, which decreased from about 2,633,000 kg CO2e in 2022 to 1,235,000 kg CO2e in 2023. However, Novagold has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, nor have they set specific reduction targets or climate pledges as part of their sustainability initiatives. Overall, Novagold Resources is making strides in reducing its carbon footprint, reflecting a commitment to addressing climate change within the mining industry.

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1,565,000
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Scope 2
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Novagold Resources's primary industry is Chemical and fertilizer minerals, salt and other mining and quarrying products n.e.c., which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Novagold Resources is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Novagold Resources 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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