Royal Gold Sustainability Profile
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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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Precious Metal Production 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.
Industry Benchmark
Royal Gold's score of 23 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Royal Gold's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Royal Gold reported total carbon emissions of approximately 172,446,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 137,719,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 34,727,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 136,624,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals significant contributions from purchased goods and services (56,677,000 kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (45,637,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2023, the company recorded Scope 1 emissions of about 107,384,000 kg CO2e, indicating a notable increase in emissions in 2024. Historical data shows that in 2021, Royal Gold's combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled 218,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 181,167,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 36,494,000 kg CO2e. Despite the increase in emissions, Royal Gold has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or SBTi commitments. The company is actively engaged in climate-related disclosures through the CDP, but no specific climate pledges have been noted. Overall, Royal Gold's emissions profile reflects the complexities of the mining sector, where emissions can vary significantly year-on-year due to operational changes and market conditions. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, contributing to broader industry efforts to address climate change.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 151,552,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 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 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 |
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Royal Gold's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 44% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 41% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Royal Gold's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Royal Gold has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
