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Precious Metal Production
AU
updated a month ago

West African Resources Limited Sustainability Profile

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West African Resources Limited, often referred to as WAF, is a prominent gold exploration and development company headquartered in Australia. Established in 2010, the company has made significant strides in the West African mining sector, particularly in Burkina Faso, where it operates its flagship asset, the Sanbrado Gold Project. WAF is dedicated to the exploration and production of high-quality gold, leveraging advanced mining techniques and sustainable practices. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the successful transition from exploration to production, positioning itself as a key player in the region. With a focus on delivering exceptional value through its unique projects, West African Resources Limited continues to strengthen its market position and contribute to the growth of the gold industry in West Africa.

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6

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.

18

Industry Benchmark

West African Resources Limited's score of 6 is lower than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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West African Resources Limited's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, West African Resources Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 168,660,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 207,946,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This marks a significant increase in emissions compared to 2023, where Scope 1 emissions were approximately 129,068,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions were about 128,540,000 kg CO2e. The company has shown a commitment to addressing its carbon footprint, although no specific reduction targets or initiatives have been documented. The absence of Scope 2 emissions data indicates a potential area for further assessment and improvement. West African Resources Limited operates without cascading emissions data from a parent company, ensuring that its reported figures are solely reflective of its own operations. The company is headquartered in Australia and continues to navigate the complexities of climate commitments within the mining industry.

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20202021202220232024
Scope 1
76,461,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
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-
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Scope 3
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-
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000,000,000
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is West African Resources Limited's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. West African Resources Limited's primary industry is Precious Metal Production, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is West African Resources Limited's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for West African Resources Limited is in AU, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

West African Resources Limited'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.

West African Resources Limited 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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