Anglo Asian Mining Plc has received its first sustainability rating from ESG assessor Digbee, with both the company and its Gedabek mine receiving a ‘BB’ rating.
The BB score reflects a strong base for future improvement in environmental, social and governance performance, the company noted.
Digbee’s process examined both operational and corporate ESG factors.
The company said the rating offers a credible benchmark for progress.
“This rating from Digbee is an important milestone for Anglo Asian and reinforces our commitment to being a responsible operator with a clear roadmap for continuous improvement,” said Anglo Asian VP Stephen Westhead.
“It provides a credible and objective baseline to track our progress as we work to enhance our sustainability practices and build long-term resilience across our business.”
Westhead added: “An independent ESG rating also has the potential to provide a trigger for future finance opportunities.
“It demonstrates the company’s commitment to meeting global standards that are often utilised to benchmark companies for public reporting, investment opportunities and corporate integrity and credibility.”
Jamie Strauss, Digbee chief executive, meanwhile, added: “We are delighted to support Anglo Asian as they deliver on their journey towards greater recognition of being a responsible miner.
“This inaugural Digbee assessment not only demonstrates the company’s genuine commitment to responsible practices at every level of the organisation, but also provides a clear roadmap to lower risk.”
“By embedding independent assessment into their strategy, Anglo Asian is building trust with stakeholders and setting themselves apart as a company that proactively manages its sustainability performance.”
