- Potential risks from climate change including tornadoes, plough winds, extended drought, wildfires, major precipitation or flooding, higher temperatures, and increased precipitation.
- Transition risks related to the need for training and education on new low-carbon technologies, as well as the development of specific maintenance, health and safety procedures.
Foran Mining Corporation
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Foran Mining Corporation disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 4.9K tCO2e (Scope 1) + 528 tCO2e (Scope 2) in 2023; 3138 tCO2e (Scope 1) + 735 tCO2e (Scope 2) in 2022. By scope: Scope 1: 4.9K tCO2e/year (2023); Scope 2: 528 tCO2e/year (2023). 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
4.9K tCO2e (Scope 1) + 528 tCO2e (Scope 2) in 2023; 3138 tCO2e (Scope 1) + 735 tCO2e (Scope 2) in 2022
2023
Water Usage
46.7K m3 freshwater withdrawn in 2023; 20640 m3 freshwater recycled in 2023
2023
Waste
123 tonnes of non-mineral waste + 57 tonnes of hazardous waste + 14,706 tonnes of waste rock in 2023
2023
Energy Use
76.1K GJ in 2023; 50212 GJ in 2022
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| 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). | 4.9K tCO2e/year (2023) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 528 tCO2e/year (2023) |
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 | 4.9K tCO2e (Scope 1) + 528 tCO2e (Scope 2) in 2023; 3138 tCO2e (Scope 1) + 735 tCO2e (Scope 2) in 2022 |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced freshwater use by over 95% in winter 2023 drilling program through the introduction of centrifuge, closed-loop systems at all ice drills.
- Discharged clean, treated water to land while maintaining regular monitoring and inspection of the surrounding environment.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Improve the health and safety of workers by strengthening the safety management process.
- Improve DEI by increasing representation of women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, and local community members.
- Maintain ongoing dialogue with local communities and Indigenous peoples.
- Publish their net-zero plan for the McIlvenna Bay Project.
- Improve environmental performance by reducing the frequency of reportable environmental incidents.
🔭 Long-term
- Net-zero carbon producer of copper and zinc concentrate.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Health and safetyDiversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)Community engagement and Indigenous peoplesTransition to a low-carbon economyEnvironment