Centerra Gold Inc., a prominent player in the mining industry, is headquartered in Canada and operates major projects in North America, including the United States and Canada, as well as internationally in countries such as Kyrgyzstan and Turkey. Founded in 2004, the company has established itself as a leader in gold production, focusing on the exploration, development, and operation of gold mines. Centerra Gold is renowned for its commitment to sustainable mining practices and its innovative approach to resource extraction. The company’s core offerings include gold and copper production, with a strong emphasis on environmental stewardship and community engagement. Notable achievements include significant production milestones and a robust portfolio of operating mines, positioning Centerra Gold as a key player in the global gold market.
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In 2024, Centerra Gold reported total carbon emissions of approximately 172,446,000 kg CO2e, comprising 137,719,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 34,727,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 136,624,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, with all three scopes disclosed. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a net-zero emissions future by 2050, in line with Canada's commitment under the Paris Agreement to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 40% to 45% below 2005 levels by 2030. In 2023, Centerra Gold achieved a significant reduction in emissions intensity, decreasing from 0.28 tCO2e per ounce of gold produced in 2022 to 0.22 tCO2e per ounce, marking a nearly 21% reduction. Centerra Gold's emissions data is sourced directly from the company, with no cascaded data from parent organizations. The company is actively identifying climate-related risks and opportunities, assessing various scenarios to align with its long-term sustainability goals.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 442,674,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 29,580,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 |
A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 44% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 41% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Centerra Gold 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.

