Taseko Mines
Taseko Mines Limited, commonly referred to as Taseko, is a prominent mining company headquartered in Canada. Established in 1966, Taseko has developed a strong presence in the mining industry, primarily focusing on copper and gold production. The company operates major projects in British Columbia, including the well-known Gibraltar Mine, which is one of the largest open-pit copper-molybdenum mines in North America. Taseko is recognised for its commitment to sustainable mining practices and innovative approaches to resource extraction. Its core products include copper concentrate and molybdenum, which are essential for various industrial applications. With a solid market position, Taseko has achieved significant milestones, including successful expansions and a focus on environmental stewardship, making it a key player in the mining sector.
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Taseko Mines's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Taseko Mines reported a CO2 intensity of approximately 850.0 kg CO2e per tonne for its Florence Copper operations, classified under Scope 2 emissions. For the Gibraltar Mine, the Scope 1 emissions intensity was about 2210.0 kg CO2e per tonne. In 2022, the company disclosed a Scope 1 GHG emissions intensity of approximately 2620.0 kg CO2e per tonne for the Gibraltar Mine, while the Florence Copper operations had a combined Scope 1 and 2 intensity of about 1300.0 kg CO2e per tonne. In 2021, Taseko Mines reported total Scope 1 emissions of approximately 108,045,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 5,017,000 kg CO2e. The Gibraltar Mine's combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions intensity was approximately 2060.0 kg CO2e per tonne. The company has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor does it appear to have set Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) reduction targets. Taseko Mines continues to monitor and report its emissions, reflecting its commitment to transparency in its climate impact.
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| 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,660 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 90 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - |
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Taseko Mines 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.
