Golden Star Resources
Golden Star Resources Ltd., commonly referred to as Golden Star, is a prominent gold mining company headquartered in Ghana (GH). Established in 1994, the company has made significant strides in the mining industry, focusing primarily on gold exploration, development, and production. With operations centred in the Ashanti Region of Ghana, Golden Star is renowned for its commitment to sustainable mining practices and community engagement. The company’s flagship assets include the Wassa and Prestea mines, which are distinguished by their high-grade gold deposits and efficient production methods. Golden Star has achieved notable milestones, including the successful transition to underground mining at Prestea, enhancing its market position as a reliable gold producer. With a strong emphasis on innovation and environmental stewardship, Golden Star Resources continues to be a key player in the global gold market.
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Golden Star Resources's reported carbon emissions
In 2020, Golden Star Resources, headquartered in Ghana (GH), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 32,408,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 20,408,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 12,200,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This data reflects a slight decrease from 2019, when the company recorded total emissions of about 30,890,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 20,890,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 9,950,000 kg CO2e. Golden Star Resources has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, nor have they set specific reduction targets or climate pledges. The emissions data is cascaded from their parent company, Golden Star Resources Ltd., indicating a corporate family relationship that influences their reporting. The company’s emissions intensity for 2020 was approximately 0.0054 tonnes CO2e per ounce of gold produced, which is a relevant metric for assessing their operational efficiency in relation to carbon output. Despite the absence of formal reduction initiatives or targets, the company continues to monitor and report its emissions as part of its commitment to transparency in environmental impact.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 152,130,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 56,449,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 |
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