Miners operating in Africa are increasingly shifting their focus towards improving their environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices, including endeavours to incorporate renewable-energy solutions into projects and operations, says independent international consultancy SRK Consulting South Africa MD and principal consultant Andrew van Zyl.
SRK clients and mining companies are increasingly recognising the importance of sustainable operations. They are, as such, actively seeking ways of enhancing their ESG performance. This shift signifies a notable achievement as a broader commitment to responsible mining practices and reducing environmental impacts.
Having attended the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Mining Week, held earlier last month, in Lubumbashi, Van Zyl adds that renewable-energy solutions, such as solar and hydropower, were highlighted as viable alternatives to conventional energy sources for mines in the region, and that there was a focus on their potential to contribute to a greener and more sustainable mining sector.
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