Westgold Resources
Westgold Resources Limited, commonly referred to as Westgold, is a prominent Australian gold producer headquartered in Australia. Established in 2008, the company has rapidly evolved within the mining industry, focusing primarily on gold exploration and production across its major operational regions in Western Australia. Westgold is renowned for its high-quality gold assets, including the Cue Gold Operations and the Meekatharra Gold Operations, which contribute significantly to its robust portfolio. The company prides itself on its sustainable mining practices and innovative processing techniques, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a strong commitment to operational excellence, Westgold has achieved notable milestones, including significant increases in production and resource expansion. As a key player in the Australian gold sector, Westgold Resources continues to strengthen its market position through strategic growth and a focus on delivering value to its stakeholders.
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Westgold Resources's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Westgold Resources reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,366,962,000 kg CO2e, comprising 169,576,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 106,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 2,366,696,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marked a slight increase in emissions compared to previous years, with Scope 1 emissions showing a decrease from 184,993,000 kg CO2e in 2022, while Scope 3 emissions rose from 2,248,255,000 kg CO2e. The company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, achieving an emissions intensity of approximately 660 kg CO2e per ounce in 2023, down from 680 kg CO2e per ounce in 2022. However, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed by Westgold Resources, indicating a potential area for future improvement in their sustainability strategy. Overall, Westgold Resources is actively monitoring its emissions across all scopes, but further initiatives and commitments may be necessary to align with industry standards for climate action.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 143,858,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 60,024,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 57,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Westgold Resources is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
