- Constrained global supply chains and rising inflation.
- Fatality of an Essakane team member in an off-site accident.
- Inconsistent performance against TSM Protocols, particularly at Westwood.
- Challenging labour market due to skilled labour shortage.
IAMGOLD Corporation
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2022 reporting, IAMGOLD Corporation disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 573.5K tCO2e/year (Scope 1); 566 tCO2e/year (Scope 2). By scope: Scope 1: 573.5K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 566 tCO2e/year. 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
573.5K tCO2e/year (Scope 1); 566 tCO2e/year (Scope 2)
2022
Renewable Energy
7% (electricity from solar)
of total energy
Water Usage
57.4M m3/year (withdrawal); 20393900 m3/year (discharge); 37026000 m3/year (consumption)
2022
Waste
22.4K tonnes/year (hazardous); 32408 tonnes/year (non-hazardous); 21045358 tonnes/year (tailings)
2022
Energy Use
10.0M GJ/year
2022
📊 Emissions by Scope (2022)
| 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). | 573.5K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 566 tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Achieved Level A under the Mining Association of Canada (MAC) Towards Sustainable Mining (TSM) Water Stewardship Protocol across all sites.
- Achieved Level A under the MAC TSM Tailings Management Protocol at Westwood and Essakane.
- Achieved Level AAA at Essakane and Level A at Rosebel under the MAC TSM Biodiversity Conservation Management Protocol.
- Obtained ECOLOGO® certification for mineral exploration activities in Quebec.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Finalize drafting of Project Implementation Plan for Phase 2 of the Triangle d’eau project and begin project implementation
- Advance global gender representation to 20% female employees by 2030
- Achieve 50% gender parity at manager level by 2030
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve net positive biodiversity by 2050
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero emissions by 2050
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Environmental StewardshipCommunity Engagement and DevelopmentGovernanceOur People