Eldorado Gold Corporation, commonly referred to as Eldorado Gold, is a prominent Canadian gold mining company headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia. Founded in 1992, the company has established itself as a key player in the mining industry, with significant operations in Greece, Turkey, and Canada. Eldorado Gold focuses on the exploration, development, and production of gold, silver, and other precious metals, utilising innovative techniques that enhance efficiency and sustainability. The company is recognised for its commitment to responsible mining practices and has achieved notable milestones, including the successful development of several high-quality mining projects. With a strong market position, Eldorado Gold continues to expand its portfolio, leveraging its expertise to deliver value to shareholders while prioritising environmental stewardship and community engagement.
How does Eldorado Gold's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Eldorado Gold's score of 40 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Eldorado Gold reported total carbon emissions of approximately 99,450,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 113,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 89,294,000 kg CO2e. This marks a slight increase from 2022, where total emissions were around 94,431,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 111,083,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 94,431,000 kg CO2e. Notably, in 2022, the company also reported significant Scope 3 emissions, totalling approximately 551,925,000 kg CO2e. Eldorado Gold has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. This near-term target reflects the company's commitment to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. The company is currently on track to meet its near-term targets, demonstrating a proactive approach to climate action. Eldorado Gold's emissions reduction strategy aligns with industry standards and reflects a growing commitment to sustainability within the mining sector. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, ensuring transparency and accountability in its climate initiatives.
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2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 67,268,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 98,366,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 33,154,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | - |
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