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 2024, Hecla Mining reported total carbon emissions of approximately 81,788,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 28,227,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of about 111,995,000 kg CO2e. This marks an increase from 2023, where emissions were approximately 65,345,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 19,504,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, totalling around 86,201,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, Hecla Mining has shown fluctuations in its emissions, with 2022 figures at about 64,203,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 25,026,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, totalling approximately 91,049,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, the company reported emissions of about 52,932,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 23,618,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, leading to a total of around 76,550,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, there are currently no disclosed reduction targets or initiatives from Hecla Mining aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The company has not committed to any specific climate pledges or science-based targets, indicating a potential area for improvement in their sustainability strategy. Overall, Hecla Mining's emissions data reflects the challenges faced in reducing carbon outputs within the mining industry, highlighting the need for enhanced climate commitments and strategies moving forward.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 102,675,000 | 00,000,000 | 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 | 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.
