Modern Mining January 2022

focuses on key areas of support for its communities, through its sustainability initiatives, which include the Sustainable Livelihood’s Programme, commu- nity infrastructure, local procurement, enterprise and supplier development, as well as by empow- ering individuals through education and training programmes, both for staff and members of the community. “Kamoa Copper’s governance policies support the company’s decision-making processes and the way we conduct our business activities, which con- tribute to a prosperous, sustainable society. The company’s governance lays a critical foundation in ensuring that we adhere to the highest standards of business integrity and ethics,” says De Villiers. Kamoa Copper also believes that good gov- ernance and sound corporate citizenship are fundamental to maintaining its social licence to operate and to truly embed the fundamentals of sus- tainability in its strategy, culture and operations. 

between 290 000 and 340 000 tonnes of copper in concentrate. Renewable energy One of the key talking points of this project is strong focus on renewable energy. To support the contin- ued successful performance of its mining complex, Kamoa Copper signed a public-partnership with DRC’s state-owned power company SNEL to secure clean, renewable hydro-generated electricity. “Investing in renewable energy is important to Kamoa Copper as a means to mitigate the effects of climate change. The supply of reliable hydropower is critical to Kamoa Copper achieving its goal of becoming the world’s ‘greenest’ copper mine and be among the world’s lowest greenhouse gas emitters per unit of copper produced,” says Farren. He adds that, as a sustainable source of energy, hydropower can make a significant contribution to a country’s economic and social development. Strong ESG focus Apart from its investment in renewable energy, Kamoa Copper has put ESG (environmental , social and governance) into the core of its strate- gies. On the environmental front, De Villiers says the company’s commitment to good governance includes its strict anti-corruption policy, respect for human rights, effective stakeholder and grievance management, as well as embedding a number of international developmental frameworks, reporting guidelines and good practice standards into its busi- ness approach. On the social front, Kamoa Copper is committed to inclusive growth by fostering the development of thriving communities in its host communities. Kamoa

Box cut progress providing access to Kamoa 1 and Kamoa 2 mines.

Key takeaways  With Kamoa Copper’s Phase 1, 3,8-Mtpa concentrator plant now operat- ing at steady-state design capacity, construction of the second 3,8-Mtpa concentrator plant (Phase 2) continues to progress ahead of schedule, with hot commissioning targeted for April 2022  To support the continued successful performance of its mining complex, Kamoa Copper signed a public-partnership with DRC’s state-owned power company SNEL to secure clean, renewable hydro-generated electricity  Securing sustainable, long-term electricity is essential in the development of Kamoa Copper into one of the world’s largest copper mines  Kamoa Copper’s governance policies support the company’s decision- making processes and the way it conduct its business activities, which contribute to a prosperous, sustainable society

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