West African Resources Limited
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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West African Resources Limited's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, West African Resources Limited reported 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 around 129,068,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions were approximately 128,540,000 kg CO2e. The company has shown a progressive increase in Scope 1 emissions over the years, with figures of about 121,354,000 kg CO2e in 2022, 107,676,000 kg CO2e in 2021, and 76,461,000 kg CO2e in 2020. Notably, there is no reported data for Scope 2 emissions across these years. Despite the rising emissions, West African Resources Limited has not established specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or commitments to frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company’s climate commitments remain vague, with no formal pledges outlined. Overall, while West African Resources Limited continues to report substantial emissions, it lacks defined strategies for reduction, which is critical in the context of global climate action.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 76,461,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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West African Resources Limited 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.
