Centamin PLC, a prominent gold mining company, is headquartered in Jersey (JE) and operates primarily in Egypt, where it has established a significant presence in the mineral exploration and extraction industry. Founded in 2009, Centamin has achieved notable milestones, including the successful development of the Sukari Gold Mine, which is Egypt's first large-scale modern gold mine.
Specialising in gold production, Centamin is recognised for its commitment to sustainable mining practices and operational excellence. The company’s unique approach combines advanced technology with a focus on environmental stewardship, setting it apart in the competitive mining sector. With a strong market position, Centamin has consistently delivered impressive financial results, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the gold mining industry.
-10 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Precious Metal Mining has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Precious Metal Mining industry has reduced its overall emissions by 64% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2025
Reported emissions
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Centamin's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Centamin, headquartered in Jersey (JE), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1.7 billion kg CO2e. This total comprises 505,486,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 1,196,331,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, with no reported Scope 2 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions include significant contributions from purchased goods and services (546,951,000 kg CO2e) and capital goods (493,179,000 kg CO2e). Centamin's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Centamin Limited, reflecting a merged entity structure. Despite the substantial emissions figures, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges documented, indicating a potential area for future commitment and improvement in their climate strategy. The company has disclosed emissions data for the previous years, showing a slight increase from approximately 1.7 billion kg CO2e in 2021 to 1.7 billion kg CO2e in 2022, with Scope 1 emissions also rising from 483,851,000 kg CO2e in 2021. As Centamin continues to navigate its environmental impact, the absence of formal reduction initiatives highlights the need for strategic planning in alignment with industry standards for climate action.
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Centamin’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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