- Significant change with the acquisition of MATSA and ramp-up of Motheo necessitating a review of the Sustainability Framework
- Increase in High Potential Incidents (HPI) at MATSA
- Historic disturbance of artefact scatters at the now-closed Monty Mine
- Managing human rights risks in a global supply chain
- Addressing climate change risks and opportunities
- Balancing renewable energy sourcing with the growth of Motheo operations
- Managing water resources in diverse operating environments
- Aligning all tailings facilities with the ICMM’s Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management (GISTM)
Sandfire Resources Limited
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023-07 to 2024-06 reporting, Sandfire Resources Limited disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 238.6K tCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 108.3K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 203.6K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: ~583,626 tCO2e/year (estimated). 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
238.6K tCO2e/year
2023-07 to 2024-06
Renewable Energy
73%
of total energy
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023-07 to 2024-06)
| 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). | 108.3K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 203.6K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | ~583,626 tCO2e/year (estimated) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023-07 to 2024-06 | 238.6K tCO2e/year |
| 2022-07 to 2023-06 | 148.6K tCO2e/year |
| 2021-07 to 2022-06 | 96.8K tCO2e/year (Scope 1) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- 73% of electricity sourced from renewables
- Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions baseline set
- Scope 3 GHG emissions estimated
- Water Accounting Framework Developed
- Completed Biodiversity Action Plan for Motheo
- Completed Dam Safety Review at MATSA
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Implement actions from Respect @ Work audit
- Develop a remediation protocol for grievances
- Develop a needs-based investment framework for community projects
- Implement mandatory cultural heritage training
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve 50% renewable energy by 2030
- Deliver a 35% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2035
- Achieve third-party responsible mining certification at all operating Assets by 2028
- Align with TNFD recommendations
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve net zero emissions (Scope 1 and 2) by 2050
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeBiodiversityWater StewardshipTailings ManagementMine ClosureHealth, Safety and WellbeingPeople and CultureHuman RightsCultural HeritagePartnering with CommunitiesBusiness Integrity