Equinox Gold, a Canadian mining company, plans to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 25% by 2030, according to its president and CEO Greg Smith.
Smith unveiled the company’s climate action report, which commits to a target of reducing Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 25% by 2030 compared to “business-as-usual” forecast GHG emissions in 2030 if no intervention measures are taken.
The company will focus on reducing emissions from diesel combustion in mobile equipment and electricity generation for fixed equipment, which account for the majority of its emissions.
Equinox is also implementing initiatives at its existing mines to reduce emissions and costs while considering mitigation opportunities at its development projects. It plans to improve the efficiency of its haul trucks, transition to lower emissions diesel, reduce electricity consumption, and use green power sources where possible.
The company may also invest in truck retrofits, use renewable diesel and liquid natural gas, and consider using electric drills and shovels.
Source: Mining Weekly
Image of Santa Luz Mine : Equinox Gold