Hecla Mining
Hecla Mining Company, a prominent player in the mining industry, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations in North America, particularly in Alaska and Idaho. Founded in 1891, Hecla has established itself as a leader in silver and gold production, boasting a rich history marked by key milestones in resource extraction and sustainability. The company primarily focuses on the exploration, development, and production of precious metals, with a unique emphasis on environmentally responsible mining practices. Hecla's core products include high-grade silver and gold, which are essential for various industrial applications and investment purposes. With a strong market position, Hecla Mining is recognised for its commitment to innovation and operational excellence, making it a notable entity in the global mining sector.
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Hecla Mining's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Hecla Mining reported total carbon emissions of approximately 65,345,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 19,504,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of around 86,201,000 kg CO2e. This marks a slight increase from 2022, where emissions were approximately 64,203,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 25,026,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, leading to a total of about 91,049,000 kg CO2e. Hecla Mining has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, which typically includes indirect emissions from the value chain. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. The GHG emissions intensity for 2023 was reported at 6.0 metric tonnes CO2e per silver ounce and 196.0 metric tonnes CO2e per gold-equivalent ounce. This reflects the company's ongoing efforts to monitor and report its emissions, although no significant reduction targets have been established to date. Overall, Hecla Mining's emissions data highlights the need for enhanced climate commitments and strategies to reduce its carbon footprint in the mining industry.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 102,675,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 32,626,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Hecla Mining is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
