Sustainability | Hecla Mining Company

Building Strong Communities

Through Responsible Mining

Sustainability is Integrated into Our Operations

Throughout our more than 130 years in operation, Hecla’s focus has been on responsible mining practices. At each of our sites, Hecla is committed to responsible mining practices that guarantee the safety of our workforce, minimize the impact of our operations on the environment, and respect and support the communities where we live and work. We are proud of the way Hecla’s employees maintain our commitment to responsible mining.

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2021 Sustainability Report

Innovation

Responsible Mining

Sustainability
Framework

Hecla is focused on efficient, sustainable practices, safe and inclusive workforce development, and decision-making that accounts for shifting geopolitical trends that impact where we operate and our stakeholders’ priorities. We follow a central framework of values that touches all aspects of operations and planning, setting forth a vision of fully integrated sustainability and responsibility.

Hecla’s Commitment to Environmental Stewardship

Learn about our Company’s responsibility to the environment in the communities where we operate.

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Sustainability Highlights

Climate
Change

We achieved net zero on Scope 1 and Scope 2 carbon emissions and reduced emissions by 44% from 2019 baseline levels.

Energy
Intensity

We continue to reduce energy intensity, exceeding multi-year 5% energy intensity reduction goal.

Historically Low Safety Rating

We achieved an All-Injury Frequency Rate of 1.45, a 76% reduction since 2021 and 40% lower than the U.S. national average.

Renewable Energy

99% of electricity used at Hecla’s mines was line power, with 70% generated by renewable hydropower.

Stakeholder Engagement

We conducted our first third-party assessment of ESG priority topics.

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Community Investment

We generated a total economic impact of more than $700 million in the communities where we operate.

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Sustainable Practices in Action

Sustainability isn’t just a corporate practice, it’s a way of operating at the employee and mine site level.

Responsible Mining

Why Our Metals are Essential

12/09/2022

Hecla Receives Environmental and Sustainability Excellence Award

11/15/2022

Developing Talent in our Local Communities

9/29/2022

How Hecla Keeps Greens Creek Green

Data & Reporting

Hecla benchmarks its sustainability performance against internationally recognized standards.

Our People

Working in mining requires a special dedication to safety, efficiency, and accountability regarding our workforce and contractors.

Governance & Ethics

Strong governance strengthens our policies and performance, and it distinguishes us as a respected precious metals producer.

Environment

Hecla thinks big picture and long term to ensure the impact of our work at and beyond our mine sites is responsible, safe and efficient.

Safety & Health

Hecla’s culture of safety is an essential part of our reputation within the industry, with our employees, and in our communities.

Communities

Operating long-lived mines allows us to develop deep and mutually beneficial partnerships between our company and the communities in which we operate.

Building Strong Communities

Through Responsible Mining

2021 Sustainability Report

Sustainability
Framework

Hecla’s Commitment to Environmental Stewardship