ESG & Community

IG subscribes to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and how mining can support them in the white paper “Mapping Mining to the Sustainable Development Goals” submitted to the World Economic Forum in collaboration with the Columbia Center on Sustainable Investment and the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network :  https://www.undp.org/sites/g/files/zskgke326/files/publications/Mapping_Mining_SDGs_An_Atlas_Executive_Summary_FINAL.pdf

Mining is a global industry and when managed appropriately, can create jobs, spur innovation and bring investment and infrastructure at a game-changing scale over long horizons.  The team at IG Asia have achieved such goals over their careers and continue to align our work with these Sustainable Development Goals through our mineral exploration in Kazakhstan.

Environmental Stewardship

Comprehensive Environmental Management:

  • Advanced environmental baseline studies
  • Detailed hydrological monitoring programs
  • Proactive water management strategies
  • Air quality and dust control measures
  • Biodiversity protection initiatives
  • Waste management optimization
  • Climate change considerations in project design

Water Stewardship

Protection of Critical Water Resources:

  • Collaboration with local authorities on water management
  • Advanced hydrogeological studies and monitoring
  • Commitment to protecting Balkhash city water supply
  • Water recycling and conservation programs
  • Innovative water management technologies
  • Regular monitoring and reporting systems

Community Partnership

Stakeholder Engagement:

  • Regular community consultation programs
  • Local employment and training initiatives
  • Support for community development projects
  • Transparent communication channels
  • Active engagement with local authorities
  • Partnership opportunities for local businesses

    Governance

    Corporate Responsibility:

    • Adherence to international mining standards
    • Transparent reporting practices
    • Strong safety and health protocols
    • Regular environmental monitoring
    • Compliance with Kazakhstan regulations
    • International best practice implementation
    • Sustainable Development Goals

      Alignment with Key SDGs:

      • Economic growth and job creation
      • Responsible resource development
      • Environmental protection
      • Community development
      • Skills and technology transfer
      • Infrastructure enhancement

      Environmental Planning

      Comprehensive Studies and Monitoring:

      • Regular environmental impact assessments
      • Biodiversity monitoring programs
      • Air and water quality monitoring
      • Noise and vibration management
      • Dust suppression systems
      • Progressive rehabilitation planning

      Future Commitments

      Long-term Environmental and Social Goals:

      • Minimizing environmental footprint
      • Supporting local economic development
      • Building lasting community partnerships
      • Implementing sustainable mining practices
      • Contributing to regional development
      • Maintaining transparent stakeholder communication