Polyus
Polyus Gold International Limited, commonly known as Polyus, is a leading gold producer headquartered in Russia. Established in 1994, the company has grown to become one of the largest gold mining enterprises in the world, with significant operations in the Siberian region, particularly in the Krasnoyarsk Territory. Polyus is primarily engaged in the exploration, extraction, and production of gold, offering a range of high-quality gold products. The company is renowned for its advanced mining technologies and sustainable practices, which set it apart in the competitive mining industry. With a strong market position, Polyus has achieved notable milestones, including substantial increases in production capacity and reserves, solidifying its reputation as a key player in the global gold market.
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Polyus's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Polyus reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,327,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 79,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 1,020,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, covering direct emissions from operations (Scope 1), indirect emissions from purchased electricity (Scope 2), and other indirect emissions across the value chain (Scope 3). Over the years, Polyus has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2020, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of about 1,510,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 510,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating a trend towards lower emissions in subsequent years. The carbon intensity of ore processed has also improved, with specific emissions reported at 20 kg CO2e per tonne of ore processed in 2023. Despite the absence of formal reduction targets or climate pledges, Polyus continues to focus on sustainability initiatives and improving operational efficiencies to mitigate its environmental impact. The company’s ongoing efforts reflect an awareness of the industry's need for responsible environmental stewardship.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,950,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,220,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
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Polyus 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.
