DRDGOLD Ltd
DRDGOLD's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2023, DRDGOLD completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).
DRDGOLD has also provided a category-level breakdown for 1 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
| Metric (tCO2e) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 - 2017 |
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Total Scope 1 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 2 | ||||
Unspecified Calculation Method | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
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Insights into DRDGOLD's Operational Emissions
In 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of DRDGOLD amounted to 368,479 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). a
Compared to 2022, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of DRDGOLD decreased by 11.15%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a
DRDGOLD's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are DRDGOLD's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2023, the total Scope 1 emissions of DRDGOLD were 8,570 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Has DRDGOLD reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2018, DRDGOLD's Scope 1 emissions have remained relatively, stable, indicating that DRDGOLD's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its operational footprint. a b
Compared to the previous year (2022), DRDGOLD's Scope 1 emissions increased by 5.76%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations. a
What are DRDGOLD's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2023, DRDGOLD reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 359,909 tCO₂e without specifying the calculation method. a
Has DRDGOLD reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2018, DRDGOLD's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Unspecified Calculation Method) have remained relatively stable, indicating that DRDGOLD 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a b
Compared to the previous year (2022), DRDGOLD's Scope 2 emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) fell by 11.49% in 2023, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its energy consumption. a
What methodology does DRDGOLD use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2023, DRDGOLD reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology. a
DRDGOLD's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)
Insights into DRDGOLD's Value Chain Emissions
In 2023, DRDGOLD reported 102 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain. a
The 2023 disclosure of DRDGOLD includes a breakdown across 1 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2022, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a
DRDGOLD's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are DRDGOLD's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, DRDGOLD reported total Scope 3 emissions of 102 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Approximately 100% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a
Compared to the previous year (2022), DRDGOLD's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that DRDGOLD 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint. a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does DRDGOLD disclose?
In 2023, DRDGOLD reported emissions for 1 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a
The limited disclosure restricts visibility into specific emission sources across the company's value chain.
What are the main sources of DRDGOLD's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, the largest contributors to DRDGOLD's Scope 3 emissions were: a
- Business Travel (Cat. 6): 102 tCO₂e (100%)
DRDGOLD's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into DRDGOLD’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2023, DRDGOLD reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 8,570 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 292 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 29.4 tCO₂e per millions USD. a
DRDGOLD's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does DRDGOLD's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2023, DRDGOLD reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 29.4 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 203.88 , this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors. a
Where does DRDGOLD rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2023, DRDGOLD ranked 3 out of 18 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a
This places DRDGOLD among the top performers, with one of the lowest emissions intensities relative to peers. a
Insights into DRDGOLD's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2023, DRDGOLD reported a total carbon footprint of 368,581 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 11.15% decrease compared to 2022, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a
The largest contributor to DRDGOLD's total carbon footprint was Scope 2 emissions, accounting for 97.65% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 2.33%. a