International Council on Mining and Metals

Glencore Acquires Full Ownership of PolyMet Mining Corp.

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Mardi, novembre 7, 2023
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Glencore's customers are industrial consumers, such as those in the automotive, steel, power generation, battery manufacturing and oil sectors.

Key Points: 
  • Glencore's customers are industrial consumers, such as those in the automotive, steel, power generation, battery manufacturing and oil sectors.
  • Glencore is proud to be a member of the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights and the International Council on Mining and Metals.
  • The companies in which Glencore plc directly and indirectly has an interest are separate and distinct legal entities.
  • In this document, “Glencore”, “Glencore group” and “Group” are used for convenience only where references are made to Glencore plc and its subsidiaries in general.

Richard C. Adkerson Inducted into the National Mining Hall of Fame

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Lundi, octobre 30, 2023
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Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (NYSE: FCX) today announced Richard C. Adkerson, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, has been inducted into the National Mining Hall of Fame in recognition of his contributions to the global mining industry.

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  • Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (NYSE: FCX) today announced Richard C. Adkerson, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, has been inducted into the National Mining Hall of Fame in recognition of his contributions to the global mining industry.
  • Adkerson is a long-standing member and past chair of the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM), where he has championed initiatives to strengthen environmental and social performance in the mining industry.
  • “Richard is an outstanding, inspirational and visionary leader,” Kathleen Quirk, President, wrote in her letter supporting Adkerson’s nomination.
  • Commenting on Adkerson’s induction, former Board member, business partner and personal friend, Dr. Henry Kissinger, said, “Richard is a preeminent candidate for the National Mining Hall of Fame.

Alcoa Corporation Reports Third Quarter 2023 Results

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Mercredi, octobre 18, 2023
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Net loss attributable to Alcoa Corporation was $168 million, or $0.94 per share.

Key Points: 
  • Net loss attributable to Alcoa Corporation was $168 million, or $0.94 per share.
  • Additionally, the third quarter results include the benefit of a $58 million valuation allowance reversal on the deferred tax assets of the Company’s subsidiaries in Iceland.
  • Alcoa disclosed before an August 2023 deadline its progress for applicable facilities, in accordance with the ICMM Conformance Protocol.
  • Alcoa will hold its quarterly conference call at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, to present third quarter 2023 financial results and discuss the business, developments, and market conditions.

Silvercorp Releases Fiscal 2023 Sustainability Report

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Lundi, octobre 16, 2023
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VANCOUVER, BC, Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Silvercorp Metals Inc. ("Silvercorp" or the "Company") (TSX: SVM) (NYSE American: SVM) is pleased to announce the publishing of its annual Sustainability Report for Fiscal 2023, detailing the Company's environmental, social, and governance ("ESG") performance, management, and targets.

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  • VANCOUVER, BC, Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Silvercorp Metals Inc. ("Silvercorp" or the "Company") (TSX: SVM) (NYSE American: SVM) is pleased to announce the publishing of its annual Sustainability Report for Fiscal 2023, detailing the Company's environmental, social, and governance ("ESG") performance, management, and targets.
  • "We remain firmly committed to the integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into our strategic planning, operations, and management," said Dr. Rui Feng, Chairman and CEO of Silvercorp.
  • "By prioritizing responsible mining, Silvercorp ensures that its operations not only create value for stakeholders but also have a positive impact on the lives of those connected to its activities.
  • As we progress towards our Fiscal 2024 goals and targets, Silvercorp's core values and purpose will guide each decision, ensuring that sustainability and responsibility remain at the forefront of our endeavors."

Meritage Homes Releases Third Annual Environmental, Social, and Governance Report

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Lundi, août 28, 2023
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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Aug. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Meritage Homes (NYSE: MTH), the fifth largest homebuilder in the U.S., today published its third annual environmental, social, and governance report (the “2022 ESG Report”), which details the Company’s ongoing sustainability initiatives, diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts and related milestones achieved in 2022.

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  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Aug. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Meritage Homes (NYSE: MTH), the fifth largest homebuilder in the U.S., today published its third annual environmental, social, and governance report (the “2022 ESG Report”), which details the Company’s ongoing sustainability initiatives, diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts and related milestones achieved in 2022.
  • Following last year’s inaugural annual Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (“TCFD”) report, the current year’s TCFD data is merged into the 2022 ESG Report.
  • “This year’s report also highlights how sustainability is embedded in our strategy, business practices and planning.
  • Better.®”
    Key highlights from Meritage’s 2022 ESG Report include:
    Delivered 14,106 ENERGY STAR® certified homes in 2022 with an average HERS Index score of 53.

Barrick Publishes GISTM TSF Disclosures

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Vendredi, août 4, 2023
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Group sustainability executive Grant Beringer said: “Barrick is making these disclosures to provide public access to information about our tailings facilities in line with our commitment to transparency.”

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  • Group sustainability executive Grant Beringer said: “Barrick is making these disclosures to provide public access to information about our tailings facilities in line with our commitment to transparency.”
    As a member of the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM), Barrick participated in the development of the GISTM.
  • All of the company’s facilities classified as ‘Very High’ and ‘Extreme’ consequence under the standard conform to the requirements of the GISTM.
  • Disclosures for lower consequence facilities will be completed by August 2025 or sooner, also in accordance with the GISTM.
  • The launch of the GISTM in August 2020 confirmed that the internal tailings management standard Barrick first issued in 2012 is indeed world-class,” president and chief executive Mark Bristow said.

The Positive Impact of Responsible Mining at Barrick

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Mardi, juillet 25, 2023
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TORONTO, July 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Barrick Gold Corporation (NYSE:GOLD)(TSX:ABX) – Effective and equitable socio-economic development worldwide would not be possible without the transformative contribution of responsible mining, Barrick president and chief executive Mark Bristow said today.

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  • TORONTO, July 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Barrick Gold Corporation (NYSE:GOLD)(TSX:ABX) – Effective and equitable socio-economic development worldwide would not be possible without the transformative contribution of responsible mining, Barrick president and chief executive Mark Bristow said today.
  • “We believe mining is the flywheel of development and therefore the entire industry is essential to the achievement of the SDGs,” he said.
  • “Done right, the mining industry is a powerful force for good in the global drive for social and economic development.
  • At Barrick, we continue to focus on sustainable delivery across our mines and projects in 14 countries,” Bristow said.

Glencore Submits Non-Binding Acquisition Proposal to PolyMet Board

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Lundi, juillet 3, 2023
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BAAR, Switzerland, July 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On June 30, 2023, Glencore AG, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Glencore plc (together “Glencore”) submitted a non-binding proposal to the board of directors of PolyMet Mining Corp. (“PolyMet”) to acquire all of the outstanding common shares of PolyMet (“Common Shares”), other than those shares currently held by Glencore (the “Proposal”). Under the Proposal, each Common Share would be acquired for consideration of US$2.11 in cash, which is at par with the recent Rights Offering done by PolyMet in April 2023. The Proposal is subject to the negotiation and execution of definitive transaction documents and customary approvals, including approval of a majority of PolyMet’s shareholders not affiliated with Glencore.

Key Points: 
  • Glencore’s customers are industrial consumers, such as those in the automotive, steel, power generation, battery manufacturing and oil sectors.
  • Glencore is proud to be a member of the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights and the International Council on Mining and Metals.
  • The companies in which Glencore plc directly and indirectly has an interest are separate and distinct legal entities.
  • In this document, “Glencore”, “Glencore group” and “Group” are used for convenience only where references are made to Glencore plc and its subsidiaries in general.

Alcoa’s 2022 Sustainability Report Highlights ESG Progress

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Jeudi, juin 22, 2023
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Alcoa Corporation (NYSE: AA) has issued its 2022 Sustainability Report, which details the Company’s continued progress on Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) initiatives.

Key Points: 
  • Alcoa Corporation (NYSE: AA) has issued its 2022 Sustainability Report, which details the Company’s continued progress on Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) initiatives.
  • Advanced sales of the Company’s SustanaTM brand of products , assisting customers in achieving their own sustainability goals.
  • The sustainability report maps Alcoa´s progress to indicators defined by the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB), key United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, and the International Council for Mining and Metals’ 10 Principles.
  • The report was also prepared in accordance with Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Core Standard.

ERI’s John Shegerian Describes the Critical Role ITAD and E-Waste Recycling Play in the Circular Economy at Circularity 23

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Jeudi, juin 8, 2023
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Produced by GreenBiz, Circularity 23 is the leading gathering of professionals building the circular economy.

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  • Produced by GreenBiz, Circularity 23 is the leading gathering of professionals building the circular economy.
  • “I’m honored to have been invited to participate at Circularity 23 this year,” said Shegerian.
  • Communication and education remain critical if we are to work together to create solutions that protect our planet.
  • Understanding the importance of the circular economy is a key part of that discussion.