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Perpetua Resources

Perpetua Resources Corp, commonly referred to as Perpetua, is a leading player in the mining and resource extraction industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2017, the company focuses on the sustainable development of mineral resources, particularly in the region of Idaho, where it operates the Stibnite Gold Project. Perpetua is dedicated to producing critical minerals, including gold and antimony, which are essential for various industries, including technology and renewable energy. The company stands out for its commitment to environmentally responsible practices, aiming to restore ecosystems while delivering high-quality products. With a strong market position, Perpetua Resources is recognised for its innovative approach and significant contributions to the mining sector, marking key milestones in sustainable resource management.

DitchCarbon Score

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29

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.

20

Industry Benchmark

Perpetua Resources's score of 29 is higher than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Perpetua Resources's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Perpetua Resources reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 1,727,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 24,000 kg CO2e. This marked a notable increase in emissions compared to previous years, particularly from Scope 1, which had seen fluctuations over the years, including 1,727,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 1,727,000 kg CO2e in 2021. Perpetua Resources has committed to third-party verified carbon accounting and mitigation strategies, focusing on both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The company has been auditing its emissions since 2017 and aims to continue this practice through 2025. Their near-term climate commitments include conducting annual audits and disclosures of greenhouse gas emissions, with a focus on identifying opportunities for carbon emission offsets. Overall, while the company has faced challenges in managing its emissions, it remains dedicated to improving its environmental impact through rigorous monitoring and accountability measures.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Perpetua 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.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Perpetua Resources is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Perpetua 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
Reduction Actions

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