Climate Change Data

Wallbridge Mining Company Limited

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2020-2021)

Reporting Period: 2020-2021

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:8,562 tCO2e/year (2021)
Scope 1 Emissions:6,724 tCO2e/year (2021)
Scope 2 Emissions:1,839 tCO2e/year (2021)

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environment
  • Social
  • Governance

Environmental Achievements

  • Developed first GHG inventory covering Scope 1 and 2 emissions.
  • Implemented transportation service to reduce vehicle emissions.
  • Built an eco-friendly septic system.
  • Engineering work in support of a hydro-electric power line for the Fenelon Gold Project.
  • Achieved 39% waste diversion from landfill in 2020 and 2021.
  • Improved hazardous waste management by taking over management from contractors.

Social Achievements

  • Implemented stringent COVID-19 protocols, preventing outbreaks.
  • Launched 'Feeling Better Now' program to enhance employee well-being at Fenelon Gold camp.
  • Achieved a 20% reduction in Total Recordable Injury Frequency Rate (TFIR) in 2021 compared to 2020.
  • Sourced nearly $4.2M in services from First Nation and Metis owned businesses in 2021.
  • Committed $1.5 million to regional road improvement projects.
  • Supported community NGOs in Matagami with a $5,000 donation.

Governance Achievements

  • Revised and adopted new charters for all Board committees.
  • Introduced a Director Equity Ownership Policy.
  • Linked 40% of performance metrics to ESG/CSR and Internal Controls/Governance KPIs.
  • Developed comprehensive Human Resource (HR) Plans and Health, Safety, Environment Management System (HSEMS) frameworks.
  • Engaged an independent sustainability consultant (WSP) to analyze material topics.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

  • Increased Scope 1 emissions due to increased underground mining and development activities.
  • Managing the evolving COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Potential for accidental spills.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Implementing measures to reduce emissions (hydro-electric power line, eco-friendly septic system).
  • Developing and implementing business continuity plans to address COVID-19.
  • Implementing spill prevention policies and procedures, emergency response plans.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Maximizing local employment and procurement expenditure.
  • Supporting First Nation and Metis owned businesses.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Opportunities
  • Development of energy-efficient products and processes (hydro-electric power line).

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI, SASB, SDGs