As part of the project, the IAMGOLD Cote Gold mine will acquire electric-powered dewatering pumps and mobile lighting towers, replacing the diesel-powered equipment currently in use at the mine.
SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): The federal government has announced an investment of up to $1.48 million to help IAMGOLD Corporation reduce greenhouse gas emissions from its mining operations at their Cote Gold mine in Sudbury.
As part of the project, the IAMGOLD Cote Gold mine will acquire electric-powered dewatering pumps and mobile lighting towers, replacing the diesel-powered equipment currently in use at the mine.
IAMGOLD will also use the funding to upgrade the mine’s on-site electrical infrastructure to support these new components, as well as an aggregate crusher that was previously powered by a diesel generator.
Ultimately, the project will provide clean energy to the mine’s operations and additional electric grid resilience for the accommodations camp and polishing pond pump house, significantly reducing the reliance on diesel.
By switching from diesel-driven equipment to cleaner electricity, the project is set to eliminate an estimated 7,500 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) emissions in 2030—which is like planting approximately 300,000 trees—thereby promoting cleaner solutions in the mining industry in Ontario.
“Receiving funding through the Low Carbon Economy Challenge Fund has allowed Cote Gold to take a significant step forward in our commitment to sustainability and operational efficiency,” said Cote Gold mine vice-president and general manager Bryan Wilson. “This investment will allow us to reduce our reliance on diesel while modernizing our pit pumping with infrastructure powered by low-carbon electricity. These upgrades align with our long-term vision of improving energy efficiency, reducing our carbon footprint, and enhancing the overall reliability of our operations.”
Cote Gold, operated by IAMGOLD, is a gold-mining operation near Sudbury, serviced by autonomous haul trucks and drills with an estimated 18-year mine life. It began commercial production in 2024. IAMGOLD, a Canadian-based intermediate gold producer with operations in North America and West Africa employing approximately 3,600 people, is committed to maintaining its culture of accountable mining through high standards of environmental, social, and governance practices.
Over its 18-year life, Cote Gold is expected to contribute $10 billion to Ontario’s GDP, $5 billion in wages, and provide nearly 600 full-time jobs. It will not only become one of Canada’s largest gold producers but also a model for modern and sustainable mining with considerable growth opportunities.
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