Metal Matters on Markets Plus: The World Needs More Mining and Demands Better Mining

The podcast explores the evolving role of sustainable mining amid shifting global geopolitics. Ro Dhawan, President and CEO of the ICMM, shares insights on mining's increasing prominence in mainstream conversations, progress in sustainable development, and ICMM's priorities, including safety, tailings management, decarbonization, nature impact, and social performance. A consolidated global standard for responsible mining is near finalization, aiming to lower barriers to standardization. Dhawan addresses the surge in government and private sector investment in mining, emphasizing the need for sustainability to remain a focus in boardrooms and for investors to recognize its link to operational resilience and value. He also highlights opportunities for government collaboration, such as incentivizing companies with good mining standards and supporting joint mine plans to minimize environmental impact.