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29 Oct 2021
Insight
Environmental, social and governance factors are rapidly transforming the mining sector, presenting investors, mining operators and industry participants with a range of challenges and opportunities across the value chain. The way forward is clear – we must engage with these issues head on, or risk being left behind.
From identifying ESG opportunities in M&A and moving towards cleaner mining operations, to managing the risks of novel claims, we break down eight key considerations to help you innovate and lead when it comes to ESG.
Top issues for miners
Key contacts
Jay Leary
Partner, Africa Group
Sian Newnham
Partner, Brisbane
Timothy Stutt
Partner, Sydney
Mark Smyth
Partner, Sydney
Greg Mulley
Partner, London
Melanie Debenham
Partner, Perth
Rebecca Major
Partner, Head of Energy, Europe, Paris and Africa Group
Peter Leon
Partner, London and Africa Group
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