Climate Change Data

Orezone Gold Corporation

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023)

Reporting Period: 2023

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:30%
Total Energy Consumption:185,949 GJ
Water Consumption:2,734,583 m³
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed

ESG Focus Areas

  • Corporate governance
  • Water management
  • Local procurement
  • Community relations

Environmental Achievements

  • Transitioned to Burkina Faso's national power grid, utilizing approximately 30% renewable energy.
  • Achieved 13.3 million hours worked without a lost-time injury as of December 31, 2023.
  • Implemented dust management strategies including water spraying and vegetation barriers.
  • Implemented waste and hazardous materials management plans, including recycling and disposal by authorized service providers.

Social Achievements

  • Burkinabé citizens comprised over 98% of the workforce, with 8% female representation.
  • Approximately 71% of goods and services sourced from local content.
  • Implemented livelihood restoration programs focusing on agriculture, healthcare, education, and trading sectors.
  • Successfully completed Phase I of the Resettlement Action Plan, relocating over 370 families.

Governance Achievements

  • Updated Code of Business Conduct and Ethics in November 2023.
  • Implemented a Whistleblower System managed by an independent third-party provider.
  • Maintained a strong safety performance with 4.4 million hours worked without a lost-time injury in 2023.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive energy conservation program integrating solar power.

Environmental Challenges

  • Initial reliance on Genser Energy for power, resulting in supply disruptions.
  • Dust control during the dry season.
  • Management of waste and hazardous materials.
  • Security concerns in the operating region.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Transitioned to the national power grid.
  • Implemented dust control strategies (water spraying, dust suppressants, vegetation barriers).
  • Developed and implemented waste and hazardous materials management plans.
  • Enhanced cooperation and coordination with local stakeholders on security initiatives.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement
  • Prioritizing local content (71% in 2023)

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Not disclosed
Transition Risks
  • Not disclosed
Opportunities
  • Not disclosed

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: SASB (partially)

Certifications: Null

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • SDG 4 (Quality Education)
  • SDG 5 (Gender Equality)
  • SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation)
  • SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth)

Sustainability initiatives are designed to contribute to these SDGs.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Not disclosed

Awards & Recognition

  • Not disclosed