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 2,236,962,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marked a slight increase in emissions compared to 2022, where total emissions were about 2,248,255,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 184,993,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 118,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 2,248,255,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Westgold has shown a trend of fluctuating emissions. In 2020, the company reported total emissions of approximately 2,000,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 164,360,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 58,620,000 kg CO2e, and a significant Scope 3 contribution of about 1,991,691,000 kg CO2e. By 2021, total emissions rose to approximately 2,176,651,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 178,651,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 27,085,000 kg CO2e. Westgold has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. However, the company continues to monitor its emissions and report on its performance, indicating a commitment to transparency in its sustainability efforts. The emissions intensity per ounce of gold produced has been reported, with values of 660.0 kg CO2e/oz in 2023 and 680.0 kg CO2e/oz in 2022, reflecting ongoing efforts to manage emissions relative to production. Overall, while Westgold Resources has not set formal reduction targets, its emissions data highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and potential future commitments to address climate change impacts.
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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 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.
