ERM at PDAC 2023

The global decarbonization and technological transformation processes are significantly increasing demand for critical minerals like copper, lithium, nickel, cobalt, rare earths, et al. As net exporter of many of these increasingly critical metals and minerals, Latin America and the Caribbean face a unique opportunity to leverage its rich endowment of mineral resources to prove itself a reliable and strategic partner in the energy transition while diligently and smartly adding value locally. Increased responsible and sustainable production of these minerals would decrease supply risks and simultaneously provide development leverage for the region. In this context, the IDB is actively supporting governments and other stakeholders in securing the enabling conditions (institutional, social, and environmental) for responsible investments in mining.

Organizer: Inter-American Development Bank (IDB)

Speaker: Alexandra Guaqueta, Global Leader, Social Performance & Human Rights, ERM

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ERM’s "The Mine We All Want to See” framework envisions a sustainable metals ecosystem for mining companies, communities, customers, and investors through responsible mining. This lightning talks event will see key sub-topics within the sustainable mining framework explored by junior companies, community members, investors, and expert speakers in interactive mini sessions that will shape a sustainable future and create value for all stakeholders through safe, just, and responsible mining.

The sub-topics include:

• Setting the stage for success with the S in ESG: Engagement and agreement making in early exploration
• The value of a long-term project vision and partnership approach: Insights from Skeena Resources and the Tahltan Nation Development Corporation
• The ABC's of ESG due diligence: How to meet investor expectations and position your company for financing

Speakers include:

Moderators:

• Louise Pearce, Partner, Global Head of Risk and Global Mining Lead, ERM
• Stephanie Meyer, Partner, Stratos/ERM

Speakers:

• Cora Devoy, Director of Sustainability, Lundin Mining
• Tony Reda, CEO, Tectonic Metals
• Carolina Lasso, Head of Corporate Social Responsibility, Aurania Resources
• Colin Webster, Vice President, Sustainability & External Affairs, Alamos Gold
• Nalaine Morin, Vice President Sustainability, Skeena Resources
• Kody Penner, Vice-Chair, Tahltan Nation Development Corporation
• Matthew Pickard, Vice President, People & Sustainability, Sabina Gold & Silver Corp.
• Samantha Hill, Managing Director, Sustainable Investing, Canadian Pension Plan Investments
• Martin Cory, Partner, ERM

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Technical Program

Driven by the green energy transition, the emerging demand for critical metals such as lithium and rare earth elements requires innovative geological concepts, exploration strategies, and techniques. A combination of overview presentations and case studies will outline approaches required for the discovery and development of battery and magnet metal deposit.

Speaker: David Kaeter, Consultant, Geochemistry, CSA Global/ERM

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ERM, in partnership with PDAC, will award a Sustainability Bursary of $3000 focused on innovation. This will provide support to the next generation of pioneers and leaders so that our industry can continue to generate sustainable value for all stakeholders in the years to come. The recipient for 2023 is Adrien Dimech, whose PhD is focusing on geophysical monitoring for the stability surveillance of mine tailings.

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