Wesdome
Wesdome Gold Mines Ltd., commonly referred to as Wesdome, is a prominent player in the Canadian mining industry, headquartered in Ontario, Canada. Founded in 1975, the company has established itself as a leader in gold exploration and production, primarily operating in the prolific gold mining regions of Ontario and Quebec. Wesdome is renowned for its high-grade gold deposits, particularly at its flagship Eagle River Complex and the Kiena Mine, which have contributed significantly to its reputation for operational excellence. The company’s commitment to sustainable mining practices and community engagement sets it apart in the industry. With a strong focus on resource expansion and innovative mining techniques, Wesdome continues to solidify its market position, achieving notable milestones in production and exploration.
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Wesdome's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Wesdome Gold Mines Ltd. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 15,094,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 12,303,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 2,791,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a slight increase from 2022, when total emissions were about 14,815,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 12,557,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 2,258,000 kg CO2e. Wesdome is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint. The company is in the process of developing a comprehensive Climate Change Standard, expected to be finalised by 2025. This initiative aims to address both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, although specific reduction targets have not yet been disclosed. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that Wesdome independently reports its carbon emissions and climate commitments. The company continues to focus on enhancing its sustainability practices within the mining industry, aligning with global efforts to mitigate climate change.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 12,165,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,689,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Wesdome 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.
