Silvercrest Metals Inc., headquartered in California, is a prominent player in the mining industry, specialising in the exploration and development of precious metal resources. Founded in 2010, the company has made significant strides in the sector, particularly in Mexico, where it operates key projects that showcase its commitment to sustainable mining practices. Silvercrest is renowned for its high-grade silver and gold deposits, with a focus on the Las Chispas project, which has garnered attention for its exceptional resource potential. The company’s innovative approach to exploration and development has positioned it as a leader in the market, earning accolades for its operational efficiency and environmental stewardship. With a strong emphasis on quality and sustainability, Silvercrest Metals continues to set benchmarks in the mining industry.
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In 2022, Silvercrest Metals Inc., headquartered in California, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 19,126,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes about 11,137,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 8,098,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Notably, the company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Despite the significant emissions, Silvercrest Metals has not established specific reduction targets or climate pledges as part of its sustainability initiatives. The emissions data is cascaded from the parent company, SilverCrest Metals Inc., and reflects the company's operational footprint without any inherited targets from related organizations. As the mining industry faces increasing scrutiny regarding its environmental impact, Silvercrest Metals is positioned to enhance its climate commitments and align with industry standards. However, as of now, the absence of defined reduction strategies indicates an opportunity for the company to strengthen its climate action framework.
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Scope 1 | 11,137,000 |
Scope 2 | 8,098,000 |
Scope 3 | - |
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Silvercrest Metal 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.