Kinross Gold Corporation, commonly referred to as Kinross Gold, is a prominent player in the global mining industry, headquartered in Canada. Founded in 1993, the company has established itself as a leader in gold production, with significant operations in regions such as North America, South America, and West Africa. Specialising in the exploration, acquisition, and operation of gold mines, Kinross Gold is known for its commitment to sustainable mining practices and innovation. The company’s core offerings include gold and silver production, with a focus on high-quality assets that enhance its market position. Notable achievements include a strong track record of operational excellence and a commitment to responsible mining, which sets Kinross apart in a competitive landscape.
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Kinross Gold's score of 45 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Kinross Gold reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,210,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,078,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 391,000,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 1,797,000,000 kg CO2e. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions amounted to about 677,000,000 kg CO2e. In comparison, the previous year, 2023, Kinross Gold's total emissions were approximately 2,652,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 1,018,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 374,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 1,260,000,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a notable increase in emissions from 2023 to 2024. Kinross Gold has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The company is also targeting a 30% reduction in GHG intensity for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. These initiatives reflect Kinross Gold's commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint in the mining industry.
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2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 954,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 614,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 169,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Kinross Gold 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.