Climate Change Data

Royal Gold, Inc.

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021-07 to 2021-12, 2022)

Reporting Period: 2021-07 to 2021-12

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:100% at Andacollo (as of August 2020)
Total Energy Consumption:Not disclosed
Water Consumption:Not disclosed
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed

ESG Focus Areas

  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Safety
  • Human Rights
  • Host Community Commitment
  • Local Community Support

Environmental Achievements

  • Andacollo Operations transitioned to 100% renewable power in September 2020.

Social Achievements

  • Maintained a zero total recordable injury frequency rate for employees for the past five years.
  • Implemented COVID-19 initiatives to support employee well-being, including remote work options and flexible hours.

Governance Achievements

  • Not disclosed

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed

Environmental Challenges

  • COVID-19 pandemic caused temporary operational curtailments at several operating properties and impacted production forecasting.
  • COVID-19 protocols at Khoemacau caused significant workforce absences, affecting production.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Monitored the impact of the pandemic on stream and royalty interests as part of regular asset impairment analysis.
  • Khoemacau is working to receive lender support and additional equity contributions to meet working capital needs.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement
  • Not disclosed

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Extreme weather events, water shortages
Transition Risks
  • Regulatory changes to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Opportunities
  • Not disclosed

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: SK1300, CIM Standards, JORC Code

Certifications: Null

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • Not disclosed

Not disclosed

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Not disclosed

Awards & Recognition

  • Not disclosed

Reporting Period: 2022

Environmental Metrics

Renewable Energy Share:100% at Andacollo (as of August 2020)

ESG Focus Areas

  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Safety
  • Human Rights
  • Host Community Commitment
  • Climate Change

Environmental Achievements

  • Achieved a total recordable injury frequency rate of zero for employees for each of the past six years.
  • Andacollo entered into a long-term power purchase agreement to provide 100% renewable power for its operations.

Social Achievements

  • Maintained a very low voluntary turnover rate, with many current staff employed for over 10 years.
  • Actively sought opportunities to advance sustainability initiatives supporting communities hosting operations.
  • Annual charitable giving administered by an employee committee supporting local communities.

Governance Achievements

  • Diversity & Inclusion Policy outlines values, commitment to a diverse and inclusive Board and workforce.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

  • Volatility in metal prices impacting revenue and cash flow.
  • Limited access to data about operating properties hindering performance projection and assessment.
  • Risks associated with conducting business in foreign countries.
  • Inaccurate assumptions underlying operators’ production, mineral reserve, or mineral resource estimates.
  • Growing environmental risks, including those associated with climate change.
  • Potential for environmental liabilities for historic periods.
  • Dependence on services of executives and other key employees.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Continual review of opportunities to acquire new stream and royalty interests.
  • Implementation of due diligence practices in acquisitions.
  • Securing contractual rights to monitor operators’ compliance.
  • Addressing climate change risks through proactive measures and enhanced disclosures.
  • Maintaining a People Policy to ensure safe work conditions.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Extreme weather events (flooding)
  • Water shortages
  • Wildfires
Transition Risks
  • Regulatory changes to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
  • Market shifts due to climate change

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: SK1300, NI 43-101, JORC Code, CIM Standards