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Precious Metals
ESGMay 13, 2026, 05:02 PM

Centerra Gold Publishes 2025 Sustainability Report, Highlights ESG Performance

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Centerra Gold Inc. has published its 2025 Sustainability Report, detailing its performance across Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) topics. The report highlights a 15% increase in global scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions due to increased activity, but also a 24% decrease in air emissions and significant reductions from renewable energy initiatives. Social achievements include over 100,000 hours of health and safety training, $3.1 million in community investments, and a 43% increase in local procurement spending. The company also maintained strong female representation on its Board and achieved five years of conformance with the World Gold Council's Responsible Gold Mining Principles.

Key Highlights

  • Total global scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions were 198,110 tCO2e, a 15% increase YoY.
  • Emissions intensity at Mount Milligan and Öksüt was 0.37 tCO2e per gold equivalent ounce, below sector average of 0.80 tCO2e.
  • Achieved 14,200 tCO2e in emissions reductions through renewable diesel pilot and energy credits.
  • Conducted over 100,000 hours of health and safety training in 2025.
  • Contributed $3.1 million to community investments and donations.
  • Increased local procurement spending by 43% from 2024 to $191 million.
  • Maintained 38% female representation on the Board of Directors and 29% among officers.
  • Achieved 5 years of independently assured conformance with Responsible Gold Mining Principles.