Royal Gold, Inc., a prominent player in the precious metals industry, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across North America and internationally. Founded in 1981, the company has established itself as a leading gold-focused royalty and streaming firm, providing investors with exposure to gold and other precious metals without the operational risks associated with traditional mining. Royal Gold's unique business model involves acquiring and managing royalties and streams on mining properties, allowing it to generate revenue while minimising capital expenditures. The company has achieved notable milestones, including a diverse portfolio of high-quality assets and a strong market position, making it a trusted name among investors seeking stability in the volatile commodities market. With a commitment to sustainable practices, Royal Gold continues to set itself apart in the competitive landscape of the mining sector.
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Royal Gold's score of 12 is higher than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2022, Royal Gold reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 195,843,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 156,767,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 39,076,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marked a reduction from 2021, where total emissions were approximately 217,660,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 181,167,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at approximately 36,494,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Royal Gold has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, achieving a significant decrease in emissions intensity from 850 kg CO2e per ounce in 2019 to 740 kg CO2e per ounce in 2022. However, the company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, indicating a potential area for future focus. Overall, Royal Gold's emissions data reflects a trend towards lower emissions, aligning with broader industry efforts to address climate change and improve sustainability practices.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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Scope 1 | 151,552,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 58,031,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Royal Gold is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.