With increased global demand for sustainability, industry collaboration is essential for addressing the reduction of green-house gas emissions, improving circularity, implementing green technologies, managing tailings and other waste, and achieving carbon neutrality.
Strong sustainability practices have the potential to reduce long-term costs and help to build a positive image for the mining industry. This is especially important for mining due to the cyclical nature of the industry, high equipment costs, lack of case studies, and perceptions of risk. Fostering education, developing positive case studies, defining best practices, and emphasizing corporate responsibility are all essential for moving forward with sustainable practices. During this virtual forum, the mining industry will come together to collaborate on creating a sustainable future for the industry.
Presentations
Vale ESG Overview
Luke Mahony, Head of Corporate Technical Services, Vale Base Metals
This presentation will provide a brief overview of Vale’s ESG Agenda and cover topics such as our Low Carbon Agenda and Tailings Management
About Luke:
Luke Mahony is Head of Geology, Mine Engineering, Geotechnical and Technology & Innovation, Vale’s Global Base Metals. Prior to moving to Canada, Luke headed up the Strategic and Short Term Mine Planning, Exploration, Studies & Projects, Engineering and Integrated Planning for Vale’s Coal Business based in Mozambique for 5 years. Prior to working for Vale, he worked 10 years for BHP in various managerial roles covering technical, operational and financial positions. Luke holds three Masters’ Degrees in Mining Engineering, Geomechanics and Finance, a Bachelor of Engineering in Mining Engineering plus other Executive and Technical statutory qualifications.
How Epiroc is Integrating Sustainability
Camilla Goldbeck-Lowe, Vice President Corporate Responsibility and Anders Hedqvist, Vice President Research & Development, Epiroc
For Epiroc, our approach to sustainability is a driver of long-term growth. Innovative, safe and sustainable solutions for increased productivity are key for us. We believe that technologies such as automation, interoperability and electrification are the future of our industries. At this session you will hear more about how Epiroc works with the integration of sustainability and corporate responsibility issues in our products, services and business operations.
Digital Acceleration of Sustainable Mining: Long Term Trends and Short Term Actions
Sonia Van Ballaert, Global Client Director & Sustainability Leader, IBM Chemicals, Petroleum and Industrial Products Industries
Sustainability pressures continue to increase across the world, driven by regulators, shareholders and citizens alike. To ensure its long-term future, mining needs to demonstrate progress towards carbon neutrality, lower waste, and responsible practices. Fortunately, digital solutions that advance operational goals can also often further sustainability goals. This presentation will provide examples of data-driven solutions that improve sustainability and offer a framework for long-term thinking about sustainable mining.
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October 13 | 11-2pm (EDT) | 5-8pm (CEST) | 11pm-2am (AWST)
