- Slight increase in GHG emissions year-over-year
- 11% increase in the three-year trailing average of significant spills
- 1.5% increase in voluntary turnover among diverse employees
- Contractor performance challenges in 2021
Coeur Mining, Inc.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2021 reporting, Coeur Mining, Inc. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 299.3K tCO2e (market-based). By scope: Scope 1: 208.5K tCO2e; Scope 2: 93.5K tCO2e (market-based). Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
299.3K tCO2e (market-based)
2021
Renewable Energy
44% (Wharf), 29% (Rochester), 25% (Palmarejo)
of total energy
Energy Use
4.0M GJ
2021
📊 Emissions by Scope (2021)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 208.5K tCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 93.5K tCO2e (market-based) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Completed a comprehensive self-assessment against the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management (GISTM)
- Completed an initial climate change scenario analysis, including below 2-degree Celsius scenarios
- Improved greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) reporting and tracking progress on our net intensity reduction goal
- Achieved a 19% decrease in the three-year trailing average of permit discharge exceedances
- Sourced approximately 44% of Wharf’s power in 2021 from wind, resulting in lowered emissions
- Optimized blasting and increased bench height at Rochester
- Implemented Ventilation-on-Demand in underground mines at Kensington
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce GHG emissions intensity by 35% by the end of 2024
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeGreenhouse Gas EmissionsSite Expansion, Reclamation & ClosureTailingsWaterHuman RightsLocal Supply & HiringLocal Community Development & EngagementDiversity, Equity and InclusionEmployee Training & DevelopmentLiving WageWorkforce Health & SafetyAnti-bribery & Anti-corruptionBoard DiversityBoard ESG OversightEthics & ComplianceSustainability Integral to Company Strategy