Lundin Gold Inc

Common Name
Lundin Gold
Country
Canada
Sector
Basic Materials
Industry
Gold
Employees
N/A
Ticker
LUG
Exchange
TORONTO STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
Lundin Gold Inc. is a prominent mining company engaged in the exploration and production of gold. The company's main operation is the Fruta del Norte project in southeastern Ecuador, which is one of t...

Lundin Gold Waste Data Preview

In 2023, Lundin Gold conducted an environmental assessment and disclosed corporate waste management data in accordance with recognized sustainability reporting standards. The company provided a breakdown of its waste by type (hazardous vs non-hazardous) and treatment method (recovery vs disposal), enabling greater transparency into its waste handling and environmental practices.

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Total Waste Generated
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Total Hazardous Waste Generated
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Insights into Lundin Gold's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2023, Lundin Gold generated a total of 5,215 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 80.94% of Lundin Gold's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 19.06% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.

Lundin Gold's Waste Recovery Rate

81%

How much of Lundin Gold's waste is recycled or recovered?

In 2023, Lundin Gold reported a total waste generation of 5,215 metric tonnes, of which 80.94% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that Lundin Gold has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.

Has Lundin Gold reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?

Since 2023, Lundin Gold's total waste generation has increased by 2.19%, which may reflect expanding operations, weaker material efficiency, or insufficient waste reduction efforts.

Over the same period, Lundin Gold's waste recovery rate increased by 22.85%.

Lundin Gold’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time

2022202301.5 k3 k4.5 k6 ktonnes
  • Total Waste Disposed
  • Total Waste Recovered

Insights into Lundin Gold’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste

In 2023, Lundin Gold generated a total of 5,215 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 14.55% of Lundin Gold's total waste generated of was classified as hazardous waste, characterized by properties such as toxicity, flammability, corrosiveness, or reactivity that may pose risks to human health, ecosystems, or the environment. 85.45% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.

Lundin Gold’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time

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  • Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
  • Total Hazardous Waste Generated

How Lundin Gold reduced the environmental impact of its waste?

Since 2023, Lundin Gold's total waste generation has increased by 2.19%, which may reflect expanding operations, weaker material efficiency, or insufficient waste reduction efforts.

Since 2023, Lundin Gold's hazardous waste generation has increased by 16.17%, indicating a potential rise in the use of harmful materials, process inefficiencies, or limited hazardous waste reduction strategies..

Overall, Lundin Gold's waste and hazardousness trends are mixed or inconclusive. A more detailed review of its materials, industry standards, and operational changes would help clarify the net environmental impact of its waste strategy.

How does Lundin Gold treat its hazardous waste?

In 2023, Lundin Gold reported that 759 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 14.55% of its overall waste generation.

The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Approximately 26.22% was managed through recovery methods, indicating a moderate integration of circular practices into its hazardous waste management. However, a significant share was still directed toward disposal, highlighting room for improvement in reducing the long-term impact of hazardous materials.

Breakdown of Lundin Gold's Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste by Treatment Method

Hazardous WasteDisposed(10.7%)Non-Hazardous WasteDisposed(8.3%)Non-Hazardous WasteRecovered(77.1%)
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