- Operational interruptions due to wildfires, weather events
- 59 water-related permit exceedances
- Climate change impacts (wildfires leading to operational suspension)
Hecla Mining Company
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Hecla Mining Company disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 86.2K tCO2e/year (Scopes 1 & 2). By scope: Scope 1: 66.7K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 19.5K 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
86.2K tCO2e/year (Scopes 1 & 2)
2023
Water Usage
2.0B gallons/year (used in mining or process operations)
2023
Waste
2.1K tons/year
2023
Energy Use
523.5M MWh/year
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). | 66.7K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 19.5K tCO2e/year |
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 | 86.2K tCO2e/year (Scopes 1 & 2) |
| 2021 | 76.5K tCO2e/year |
| 2020 | 86.0K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- 36.98% reduction in Scopes 1 and 2 GHG emissions from 2019 baseline
- 24% reduction in energy consumption from 2019 baseline
- Achieved net-zero carbon emissions for the third year in a row through carbon credit purchases
- Recycled 58% of waste generated (1,219 metric tonnes)
- Lucky Friday mine pursuing 35% reduction in site-wide discharge within three years from 2022 baseline through water recycling
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce all-injury frequency rate (AIFR) by 2% from the three-year trailing average
- Increase diversity at management level and professional staff by 5%
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Worker safety and wellbeingCommunity partnershipBiodiversity protectionClimate ChangeWater ManagementTailings ManagementDiversity & Inclusion