Our Commitment to a Sustainable Future At Ames Goldsmith
Sustainability is at the heart of our legacy in responsible resource management. We are committed to reducing our CO2 intensity by at least 15% by 2030, with a vision to exceed this target as we leverage advancements in energy-efficient technologies and tap into renewable energy sources.
Select sites may set even more ambitious goals, driven by access to favorable energy markets and local renewable energy options.
Our Sustainability Mission For Over a Century
Ames Goldsmith has led the precious metals industry in recycling silver and maximizing its potential. Today, we’re building on this heritage by prioritizing environmental stewardship. Our goal to cut CO2 intensity by at least 15% by 2030 reflects our dedication to a sustainable future.
We’re achieving this through:
1. Innovative Technologies: Implementing cutting-edge systems to optimize energy use in our refining processes.
2. Energy-Efficient Practices: Upgrading equipment and operations to minimize waste and emissions.
3. Responsible Resource Management: Ensuring sustainable sourcing and recycling across our global operations.
Empowering Decarbonization
Our products, including silver salts, silver powders and electrocatalysts, play a vital role in helping our customers and the wider market in general decarbonize. From enabling renewable energy through silver in photovoltaic cells to powering electric vehicles and supporting hydrogen technologies as a clean energy vector, we are proud to contribute to the global energy transition and the electrification of industries.
Our Progress Using 2018 as our baseline year
We track Scope 1 and Scope 2 CO2 emissions across our global sites to measure our progress:
1. 2018: 28,460 tonnes CO2
2. 2024: 23,544 tonnes CO2
By 2024, we achieved a 3.6% reduction in CO2 intensity compared to our 2018 baseline. While we’ve made meaningful strides, we are committed to accelerating our efforts to meet and surpass our 2030 target.
Leading the Way
Our journey toward sustainability is ongoing, and we are proud to lead the precious metals industry in creating a greener, more responsible future. By embracing innovation and collaboration, we aim to set a new standard for environmental excellence.
