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Ascot Resources Sustainability Profile

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Ascot Resources Ltd., commonly referred to as Ascot, is a prominent mining company headquartered in Canada. Established in 2007, Ascot focuses on the exploration and development of gold and silver projects, primarily in the renowned Golden Triangle region of British Columbia. The company has made significant strides in the mining industry, particularly with its flagship asset, the Premier Gold Project, which showcases its commitment to sustainable mining practices. Ascot Resources is dedicated to delivering high-quality precious metals, leveraging advanced technologies and innovative methodologies to enhance operational efficiency. With a strong emphasis on environmental stewardship, Ascot has positioned itself as a leader in responsible mining. The company’s notable achievements include successful resource expansions and strategic partnerships, solidifying its reputation within the competitive landscape of the mining sector.

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18

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Precious Metal Mining 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.

21

Industry Benchmark

Ascot Resources's score of 18 is lower than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Ascot Resources's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Ascot Resources, headquartered in Canada, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,283,000 kg CO2e. This figure comprises 9,249,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 34,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Notably, there is no reported data for Scope 3 emissions. Comparatively, in 2022, the company recorded total emissions of approximately 4,368,000 kg CO2e, with 4,333,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 35,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This indicates a significant increase in emissions year-on-year. Ascot Resources has not established any 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 emissions data is self-reported and does not cascade from any parent organization. Overall, while Ascot Resources has made strides in reporting its emissions, the lack of reduction commitments highlights an area for potential improvement in its climate strategy.

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20222023
Scope 1
4,333,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
35,000
00,000
Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Ascot Resources's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ascot Resources's primary industry is Precious Metal Mining, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Ascot Resources'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 Ascot Resources is in CA, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Ascot Resources'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.

Ascot Resources 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
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