Suits and Boots | The Sustainable Business Podcast

The Just Transition in Practice: From Capital Markets to Critical Minerals

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0100

In this episode, we explore the intersection of finance, justice and the energy transition - and what a truly “just” approach to mining looks like in practice. We discuss the role of investors in helping to ensure the transition to net zero is not only fast, but fair - and why justice, accountability and strong institutions may be the defining ESG issues of our time.

Speakers include:

Soledad Mills I Senior Vice President at TDi Sustainability
Ashley Hamilton Claxton | Head of Responsible Investment at Royal London Asset Management (RLAM)

Ashley Hamilton Claxton is a responsible investment specialist at RLAM, where she focuses on stewardship, sustainability, and long-term value creation for clients. With extensive experience in environmental, social and governance (ESG) integration, Ashley works closely with companies, policymakers and industry stakeholders to drive meaningful progress on systemic sustainability challenges.

The End of Mining? Or the Beginning of Legacy?

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Across the world, thousands of mining operations will enter closure and transition in the next two decades. The question of what happens to mining developments once extraction stops – how closure is planned, financed, governed, and who should take responsibility – are defining issues for an industry facing fresh scrutiny amidst debates around critical minerals and a just energy transition.

In this episode, we discuss legacies as encompassing environmental, social, cultural, economic and governance dimensions that can extend well beyond the mine footprint and persist across generations.

Speakers include:

Soledad Mills I Senior Vice President at TDi Sustainability
Dr. Guy Boggs | CEO at CRC TiME
Dr. Rob Stevens | Senior Associate at IGF

Guy has extensive experience providing leadership in innovation and actively working at the interface of industry and research. He has led the delivery of large Australian Government funded programs driving knowledge development and industry practice change.

At IGF, Rob’s work focuses on supporting member countries with advancing their technical capacity and legal and policy frameworks on mine closure and the post-mining transition.

Mining Indaba: At the Crossroads | Coal, Capital and Energy Equity in Africa

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000

As global energy priorities shift, coal is re-entering the conversation in Africa - raising complex questions around investment, sustainability and energy equity. In this episode, we discuss whether renewed coal investment is real, what ‘clean coal’ means in practice, and how coal may fit within Just Energy Transition commitments.

Speakers include:

Assheton Stewart Carter I Executive Chair and Founder at TDi Sustainability
Paul Baruya | Director of Strategy and Sustainability at FutureCoal

Since joining FutureCoal in 2022, Paul has led work on the role of advanced coal technologies in a carbon-neutral future and the strategic importance of coal in developing economies. Paul’s expertise spans energy-system modelling and market analysis.

This episode is part of the TDi Sustainability special series of podcasts produced for the Mining Indaba event that will take place in Cape Town between 9th – 12th February 2026. Find out more about the event>

Mining Indaba: Beyond the Mine Site | Infrastructure, Corridors, and Regional Development

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0000

In this episode, we explore how large-scale mining projects can be designed as engines of economic development. Our speakers discuss mining infrastructure at a landscape-scale, the role of mineral corridors, infrastructure-led industrialisation, and the mindset shifts needed from investors, governments and companies to deliver long-term inclusive impact and shared prosperity.

Speakers include:

Assheton Stewart Carter I Executive Chair and Founder at TDi Sustainability
Safiatou Diallo | General Manager - Regional Economic Development & Strategy at Rio Tinto Guinea

Safiatou Diallo leads Rio Tinto’s regional economic development and strategy for the Simandou Project in Guinea- one of the world’s most significant mining developments. She works to ensure the project creates shared value through infrastructure, local enterprise growth, and partnerships that foster sustainable investment and regional transformation.

Mining Indaba: Communities, Co-ownership and Inclusion | Rethinking Inclusion in African Mining

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Marie-Chantal Kaninda joined Glencore DRC six years ago as Executive Director and Head of Corporate Affairs. Since July 2022, she has chaired the Board of Directors of Kamoto Copper Company (KCC), and since January 2023, she has held the position of President of Glencore DRC.

She has more than 25 years of experience in the mining industry, acquired in large international groups such as Ashanti Goldfields, AngloGold Ashanti, De Beers Group — where she managed administration, communication, external affairs in Central Africa as well as community relations in Africa - and Rio Tinto, as Director of External Relations for Africa.

This discussion leans on Marie-Chantal 's leadership experience at Glencore and the Kamoto Copper Company to discuss whether shared value, profit-sharing, and new partnership models could help reshape trust and collaboration between mining companies and local communities.

Speakers include:

Assheton Stewart Carter | Executive Chair & Founder, TDi Sustainability
Marie-Chantal Kaninda | President & Chairman, Glencore DRC & KCC

Mining Indaba: Africa at a Crossroads I Resource Curse or Strategic Power?

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Africa's current geopolitical landscape is shaping opportunities and risks for the continent.

In this podcast, we explore how global competition, governance, and policy choices could influence Africa’s ability to capture long-term value from its critical mineral wealth.

Speakers include:

Assheton Stewart Carter I Executive Chair and Founder at TDi Sustainability
Isabelle Ramdoo I Director of the IISD-hosted Secretariat of the Intergovernmental Forum on Mining, Minerals, Metals and Sustainable Development (IGF)

Mining Indaba: Community Voices | What Partnership Really Means for Mining Communities

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 19:00:00 +0000

This is the second of three Community Voices podcasts, as part of the Mining Indaba 2026 special podcast series.

This episode explores the realities for local communities of mining’s expansion in the Hwange region of Zimbabwe. This is a conversation about evidence, accountability and why and how ‘stronger together’ can and must include community voices.

Speakers include:

Assheton Stewart Carter I Executive Chair and Founder at TDi Sustainability
Nkosi Sibanda I Regional Lead, Human Rights Measurement Initiative,
Community mobiliser and activist

Nkosi is the Regional Lead at the Human Rights Measurement Initiative, where he leads work across 12 countries across Africa. He is also the Founder of the Center for Environmental and Corporate Accountability Research (CECAR), a youth-led CBO leveraging geospatial and blockchain technologies to advance data-driven
environmental and mineral governance advocacy.

Mining Indaba: Community Voices I The Invisible Minerals Powering Africa’s Growth

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 19:00:00 +0000

This is the second of our three Community Voices podcasts, as part of the Mining Indaba 2026 special podcast series. In this episode, we speak to Dr Matondo Estrela Garcia Cardoso, one of the winners of this year’s Community Voices competition, run by The Impact Facility and the Mining Indaba organisers.

Development minerals like sand, clay and limestone underpin local economies across Africa, yet communities are often excluded from decisions that shape their lives.

This episode explores how trust, digitalisation and partnerships can turn mining into a driver of inclusive growth.

Speakers include:

Assheton Stewart Carter I Executive Chair and Founder at TDi Sustainability
Dr Matondo Estrela Garcia Cardoso I Researcher, Adviser & Consultant African Research Consortium

Dr Matondo Estrela Garcia Cardoso is an ESG professional and Senior Community Social Performance (CSP) Advisor with expertise in the mining and energy sectors.

Mining Indaba: Community Voices | Rewriting Malawi’s Gemstone Story

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 08:00:00 +0000

This is the first of three Community Voices podcasts, as part of the Mining Indaba 2026 special podcast series.

This podcast focusses on Yamikani Jimusole - a Malawian miner, gemologist, entrepreneur and visionary leader. Yamikani is one of the winners of this year’s Community Voices competition, run by The Impact Facility and the Mining Indaba organisers.

A gemologist by training, Yamikani has identified more than 25 gemstone varieties across Malawi, including rubies, sapphires, grandidierite, Spinel , tourmaline, zircon and aquamarine. His company, Yami Gemstone Lab & Exports (YAGLE) was established in 2018, with ethical sourcing, beneficiation, and transparent trade of Malawi’s gemstones at the core of its vision and ethos.

Speakers include:

Assheton Stewart Carter | Executive Chair & Founder, TDi Sustainability
Yamikani Jimusole | Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Yami Gemstone Lab & Exports (YAGLE)

Mining Indaba: Circularity and Regenerative Thinking | Transformative Force or Incremental Fix?

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000

This podcast discusses a deceptively simple question:

"Is circularity really part of the solution for meeting the demand for critical materials, or is it just one piece of a much bigger puzzle?"

Silver bullet, or silver buckshot?

Using cobalt as a case study, this podcast explores how circular approaches could reshape supply security, value chains and the role of mining itself. The discussion unpacks what’s possible, what’s missing, and what needs to change next.

Speakers include:

Assheton Stewart Carter | Executive Chair & Founder, TDi Sustainability
Susannah McLaren | Head of Responsible Sourcing & Sustainability, Cobalt Institute
Tom Fairlie | Senior Manager, Sustainability & Batteries, Cobalt Institute

Mining Indaba: The Capital Shift | Examining Mining’s Alternative Funding Sources

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000

This podcast discusses the shifting sources of capital surrounding mining, considers ESG risk and responsibility in terms of mining finance and looks forward to discuss what financing innovations - whether structures, partnerships or instruments - are most promising in delivering both speed and responsibility.

Speakers include:

Assheton Stewart Carter | Executive Chair & Founder, TDi Sustainability
Heidi Sternberg | Mining Investment Specialist, Public Investment Corporation

Mining the Gap | Securing Resources for the High-Tech Economy

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 11:00:00 +0000

This episode discusses the crucial role of mining in supporting high-growth industries such as defence, electric vehicles (EVs), and artificial intelligence (AI). The speakers examine the essential mineral requirements for these industries and the supply chain vulnerabilities and challenges associated with meeting surging global demand.

Speakers include:

Amanda van Dyke | Founder | Critical Minerals Hub
Rasmus Tammia | Programme Manager - AI in Mining | Boliden
Joséphine Quioc | Senior Sustainability Consultant - TDi Sustainability (Host)

This episode is part of the TDi Sustainability special series of podcasts produced in advance of the 2025 Resourcing Tomorrow event that will take place in London between 2-4 December. Find out more about the event>

Driving the Transition: The Critical Minerals Set to Shape the Next Decade

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000

This episode explores how critical minerals are reshaping global supply chains. The discussion unpacks copper’s “critical” status, midstream bottlenecks, and the push for cleaner, more resilient production.

From AI-driven exploration to circularity limits and permitting challenges, the speakers examine what it will take to secure responsible, transparent supply for the energy transition—and why collaboration across value chains will define the decade ahead.

Speakers include:

Assheton Stewart Carter | Executive Chair & Founder, TDi Sustainability
Juan Igancio Diaz | President and CEO | International Copper Association (ICA)
Erez Ichilov | Founder and Manager | Cedrus Arbor LLC
Richard Taylor | CEO | Battery Britain

Rock Solid Returns | Financing the Future of Mining

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This podcast covers the challenges of financing mining projects and accelerating development timelines by attracting capital.

The speakers discuss navigating regulatory hurdles, and using innovative financing strategies to bring projects to fruition more efficiently.

Speakers include:

Sylvain Eckert | Partner - Infravia Capital Partners
Assheton Stewart Carter | Executive Chair & Founder, TDi Sustainability

Charging Ahead | Circular Policy Pathways for the Energy Transition

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 15:00:00 +0000

The conversation focuses on how to accelerate the clean energy transition from a policy perspective and promote a circular economy — with particular attention to key challenges and strategies.

Speakers on this episode:

James Watson | Director General - Eurometaux
Assheton Stewart Carter | Executive Chair & Founder - TDi Sustainability

Critical Minerals at the Crossroads of Geopolitics

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 15:00:00 +0000

This episode explores how geopolitics is reshaping the landscape for critical minerals and the mining sector. The discussion highlights how export controls, tariffs, and investment policies are redefining access to key resources such as copper, lithium, and rare earths—and why these minerals are now viewed as strategic assets.

The speakers examine differing approaches in the United States and European Union, the role of partnerships and offtake agreements in building secure supply chains, and how ESG, transparency, and standards are becoming central to responsible production and long-term resilience.

Speakers include:

The Hon Geoffrey Pyatt | Former Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of Energy Resources, U.S. Government

Senior Managing Director, Energy and Critical Minerals Practice, McLarty Associates
Isabelle Dupraz | Deputy Director, European Institute for Energy Security
Abigail Hunter | Executive Director, SAFE Center for Critical Minerals Strategy
Assheton Stewart Carter | Executive Chair & Founder, TDi Sustainability

Mining the Future | Sustainability and Circularity beyond ESG

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000

This episode goes beyond traditional ESG considerations to explore the evolving field of the circular economy and sustainability in mining. From recycling technologies to waste management solutions, mining companies are adopting circular economy principles to minimise environmental footprints and drive long-term sustainability. The speakers explore innovative ways to reduce waste, maximise resource efficiency, and create value from mining by-products.

Speakers on this episode:

Filipe Guimaraes | Head of Mining R&D - ArcelorMittal
Dr Mathias Schluep | Managing Director - The World Resources Forum
Joséphine Quioc | Senior Sustainability Consultant - TDi Sustainability

CMIF: Banking on Change - How Transition Finance is Redefining Mining

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000

In this episode, we unpack what “transition finance” means in practice—moving beyond mere labels to the hard levers of industrial decarbonisation. The discussion dives into financing pathways for steel and mining: electrified and biofuel haul fleets, trolley-assist, renewable Purchase Power Agreements, and designing new projects for net zero from day one (not retrofitting later).

We explore how credible ESG performance links directly to investor confidence and permitting, why showing “what good looks like” on site can reset perceptions of modern mining, and where circularity and recycling may scale next. The talent challenge also takes centre stage—how automation and AI change the skills map and why early, hands-on experience still matters. Finally, we connect geopolitics and tariffs to risk, valuations, and cost of capital—arguing for pragmatic, fundamentals-led finance of real, needed hard assets.

Speakers on this episode:

Catriona Bell | Director - Transition Finance | Standard Charter
Assheton Stewart Carter | Executive Chair & Founder - TDi Sustainability

This episode is part of the TDi Sustainability special series of podcasts produced in advance of the Critical Minerals Innovation Forum (CMIF) event that will take place in London between 5 & 6 November 2025. Find out more about the event here.

CMIF: Artisanal Mining in the New Minerals Era

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000

The rush for critical minerals increasingly requires sourcing from artisanal and small-scale mining, raising concerns about potential human rights abuses, land degradation and conflict, yet at the same time offering potential opportunities for economic growth, employment and vital contributions to supply chains if properly regulated.

In this podcast, our speakers explore what the new minerals era means for ASM, taking a pragmatic look at formalisation of the sector, drawing on examples from the DRC. They examine how stakeholders at all stages of the critical mineral supply chain can and should navigate the intersection of high mineral dependency, geopolitical uncertainty and human and environmental risks. Finally, they take a look at how large-scale mining and ASM can potentially come together - exploring parallels from other industries.

Speakers on this episode:

Daniella Savic | Head of International ESG Compliance - Eurasian Resources Group
Ian Welsh | Publishing Director - Innovation Forum
Assheton Stewart Carter | Executive Chair & Founder - TDi Sustainability

Boots or Bots? Building the Mining Workforce of the Future

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 16:00:00 +0100

Across the globe, the mining sector is undergoing a transformation. Rapid technological change, automation, and digitisation are reshaping the very nature of mining work — creating new roles, requiring new skills, and shifting the dynamics of traditional operations. At the same time, the industry faces increasing pressure to attract and retain talent in a highly competitive global labour market. These requirements sit alongside, and are shaped by, the growing need to ensure that mining is not only innovative and productive, but also inclusive and sustainable — with diverse teams, equitable opportunities, and strong leadership cultures that foster continuous learning and development. So, how can the industry respond? What does it take to develop a workforce that’s ready for the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow?

Speakers on this episode:

Bill Cobb | VP and Chief Sustainability Officer - Freeport McMoRan
Dr Kate Thornton | CEO ABMEC - British Mining Trade Association
Clara Segón | Standards Manager - TDi Sustainability

From Earth to Orbit | Exploring the Tech Transforming Mining

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 09:00:00 +0100

Technological innovations including advancements in AI, automation and data analytics are irreversibly changing the mining sector. In this special edition episode in advance of the Resourcing Tomorrow event in London this December, our speakers discuss the technological applications that are revolutionising exploration, resource extraction, processing and mine management to enhance efficiency, safety and sustainability across the value chain.

The speakers are:

Dr Craig Brown - Director of Investment at the UK Space Agency
Mark O’Brien, General Manager - Digital Technology and Innovation at CITIC Pacific Mining
Assheton Stewart Carter (host) - Executive Chair, TDi Sustainability

Craig leads the UK Space Agency’s innovation, investment and commercialisation activities, forging relationships with space investors, suppliers and customers to bring new investment and revenue into the sector.

CITIC Pacific Mining is Australia’s largest magnetite mining and processing operation. As well as his role in digital tech and innovation at CITIC, Mark O’Brien is also chair of the Global Mining Guidelines Board of Directors, which brings mining sector stakeholders together to work on progressing the industry. Mark is also currently undertaking research on AI and machine ethics.

Free, Prior & Informed Consent in the context of the just energy transition

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 16:00:00 +0100

The global push for clean energy is essential for mitigating climate change. However, the rapid expansion of renewable energy projects and the increased demand for critical minerals to fuel them are increasingly impacting Indigenous lands, cultures, and resources. This podcast explores the intersection of Indigenous rights, the right to Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC), and the evolving landscape of the just energy transition. The speakers look at how companies can and have engaged in the FPIC process responsibly.

Daniel Cardenas is CEO and Chairman of the National Tribal Energy Association, drives sustainable energy infrastructure development and advocates for tribal sovereignty and economic opportunities across Native American communities nationwide. He is also on the Equitable Origin Board.

Kaki Comer is Standards Development Manager at Equitable Origin. Kaki has extensive experience in advancing responsible business practices across the energy, mining, and international development sectors in the US and Latin America. As Standards Development Manager at Equitable Origin, she led the refinement and rollout of the FPIC-360° Tool, designed to assess and strengthen enabling conditions for FPIC through multi-party engagement.

The EU Omnibus Package | Why Sustainability Still Matters

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 13:00:00 +0000

In this episode, TDi's CEO Assheton Stewart Carter talks to international negotiator Peter Handley and TDi's Jeannette Greven about the omnibus package of regulatory amendments recently published by the EU Commission. The talking points include:

Why the changes proposed in the omnibus package are being made
What this means for businesses of different sizes and what companies both in scope and out of scope should do next to identify and manage supply chain risk
Whether the omnibus package marks the end of the Brussels Effect and what it means for the European Green Deal as a whole
What this means in the context of EU/US relations and for the EU regulatory landscape as a whole
Why sustainability should still be a priority for businesses when it comes to ensuring long-term resilience

Peter Handley is a policy shaper and international negotiator with experience in energy and climate, circular economy and international trade negotiations. Peter worked for the European Commission for more than 20 years, where he was head of the unit for energy intensive industries and raw materials. Peter is also Special Advisor to the Global Council for Responsible Transition Minerals – a Paris Peace Forum initiative. Peter recently founded PHASE32, an independent consultancy working on sustainability and resilience.

Jeannette Greven is a Senior Sustainability Consultant at TDi, with a background in international development and qualitative research in conflict-affected areas. Jeannette works on projects that range from developing responsible sourcing strategies, to engagement with artisanal mining communities.

The EU Conflict Minerals Regulation | Findings from the first review

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 09:00:00 +0000

Jeanette Greven, Senior Sustainability Consultant at TDi, joins Sarah Wilkinson, TDi's Marketing Manager to discuss TDi’s contribution to, and findings from, the first review of the EU Conflict Minerals Regulation (CMR), which was adopted in September 2024.

The review was led by the TDi Sustainability team, and Sarah and Jeannette discuss the review methodology, the shortcomings identified by the team and some recommendations for how these could be addressed. Jeannette also examines practical steps that companies can take to ensure that they're complying with the Conflict Minerals Regulation, and looks at how the CMR fits in with other key EU Regulations, touching on recent changes introduced by the omnibus package.

Giving a voice to future generations | Mining Indaba Insights 2025

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 12:00:00 +0000

In this episode, TDi's CEO Assheton Carter, talks to two representatives from different parts of the mining industry, who will all be speaking at the 2025 Mining Indaba in Cape Town, on giving a voice to future generations, including specific emphasis on women in mining.

The panelists are:
Zenzi Awases | President, Association of Women in Mining in Africa
Linda Omara Koledade | Mining and Metals Dealmaker, Start-up Mentor, Founder - IDC, Savant, Mustard Seed

The speakers discuss how the next generation of miners can be better integrated into an evolving mining industry, and how new approaches and opinions can be embraced to help build a stronger and more resilient mining sector in Africa. They discuss the specific role of women in mining and gender equality in the mining industry.

Adopting Game-Changing Technology | Mining Indaba Insights 2025

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 14:00:00 +0000

In this episode, TDi's Responsible Mining Specialist, Elizabeth Arnott, talks to three representatives from different parts of the mining industry, who will all be speaking at the 2025 Mining Indaba in Cape Town, on adopting game-changing technology.

The panelists are:
Derick Moolman | CEO, Stone Three
Bramley Maetsa | Digital Engagement Lead, Sasol
Prof Glen Nwaila | Associate Professor, University of Witwatersrand

The speakers discuss how to bring digital effectiveness to the forefront of mining in Africa, understanding technology’s role in improving health, safety and sustainability and ensuring that Africa’s mines and workforces don’t get left behind in a technology-orientated world.

Maximising on Africa’s critical mineral endowment | Mining Indaba Insights 2025

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 16:00:00 +0000

In this episode, TDi's CEO Assheton Stewart Carter talks to three representatives from different parts of the mining industry, who will all be speaking at the 2025 Mining Indaba in Cape Town, on maximising Africa's critical mineral endowment.

The panelists are:
Gareth Walsh | Director - Climate and Energy Advisory, Tony Blair Institute for Global Change
Dr Theophilus Archeampong | Visiting Fellow, European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR)
George Bennett | CEO, Rainbow Rare Earths

The speakers discuss how African countries can be positioned as a partner of choice in the energy transition and what needs to be done to ensure Africa becomes a global minerals leader and future-proof its mining industry.

Delivering effective net zero and just energy transition strategies | Mining Indaba Insights 2025

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 09:00:00 +0000

In this episode, TDi's CEO Assheton Stewart Carter talks to two representatives from different parts of the mining industry, who will all be speaking at the 2025 Mining Indaba in Cape Town, on delivering effective net zero and just energy transition strategies.

The panelists are:
Nkandu Beltz | Mining Director, Beltz Mining
John Sloan | Economic Affairs Officer, United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA)

The speakers discuss the dual requirements of a just economic transition in Africa and the climate imperative. How can mineral extraction catalyse inclusive economic growth on the continent?

Prioritising Health and Safety | Mining Indaba Insights 2025

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 09:00:00 +0000

In this episode, TDi's CEO Assheton Stewart Carter talks to four representatives from different parts of the mining industry, who will all be speaking at the 2025 Mining Indaba in Cape Town, on prioritising health and safety.

The panelists are:
Dr Thuthula Balfour, Head – Health and the Lead on Women in Mining, Minerals Council, South Africa
Georgette Barnes Sakyi-Addo, President, Women in Mining, Ghana
Paule France Ndessomin, Regional Secretary, IndustriALL Global Union
Penny Munkawa , Occupational Health and Safety Specialist, International Labour Organisation (ILO)

The speakers discuss whether zero harm is a reality, some of the hidden costs of safety neglect and how the needs of African mining communities are being, and can be prioritised.

Industrialising Africa | Mining Indaba Insights 2025

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 09:00:00 +0000

In this episode, TDi Responsible Mining Specialist, Elizabeth Arnott, talks to three representatives from different parts of the mining industry, who will all be speaking at the 2025 Mining Indaba in Cape Town, on one of the event's key themes: Industrialising Africa.

The panelists are:
Darias Jonker – Head of Government and International Relations, Americas, Anglo American
Dr Aditya Ramji – Director, Global South Centre for Clean Transportation – University of California, Davis
Ana Hajduka – CEO and Founder, Africa GreenCo

The speakers discuss Africa’s infrastructure potential, how to develop strong downstream economies, the role of public-private partnerships and regional power pools, and what it will take to enable international players to invest in local value addition for critical transition minerals.

Future-proofing African Mining Communities | Mining Indaba Insights 2025

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 09:00:00 +0000

In this episode, TDi's CEO Assheton Stewart Carter talks to three representatives from different parts of the mining industry, who will all be speaking at the 2025 Mining Indaba in Cape Town, on future-proofing African mining communities.

The panelists are:
Marna Cloete, President and CEO of Ivanhoe Mines
Glen Mpufane, Mining Director at IndustriALL Global Union
David Sturmes, Co-founder and Director of Partnerships and Innovations at The Impact Facility

The speakers discuss how to ensure that economic benefits from the current African mining boom reach the communities that neighbour mining projects – and what happens to these communities once mines are closed – what is the long-term legacy of mining for these communities?

The EU Deforestation Regulation | What does the delay mean for your business?

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 12:00:00 +0000

On 14 November 2024, the EU Parliament approved the EU's proposal to delay the implementation of the EU Deforestation Regulation by one year, as well as a package of amendments to the Regulation.

In this episode of Suits and Boots, TDi ESG Analyst, Sunil Abeyasekera looks at what these changes, and the delay mean for businesses across the world. He examines the impact of the delay both on companies that have already prepared for the Regulation, and those that are at an early stage in their readiness. He outlines what needs to be done over the next year to meet the new deadlines, and how businesses should prioritise action.

Forced Labour | Hidden Risk or Entirely Predictable Reality?

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 11:00:00 +0100

Forced labour is often described as a hidden risk, being almost impossible to find or to predict where it might occur. In this discussion, TDi's Head of Data and Due Diligence, James Hollins and Marketing Manager, Sarah Wilkinson, examine whether in fact there are actually entirely predictable indicators of forced labour in company business models.

James explores why it’s often difficult for companies to gain a full view of their supply chains, and highlights some of the techniques that can be employed to go beyond a traditional audit-based approach to expose the situations in which forced labour is occurring. James and Sarah also discuss the EU Forced Labour Regulation (EUFLR) and some of the key steps businesses can take to prepare for it.

Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining | A Sector Overlooked and Misunderstood?

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0100

In the latest episode of TDi Insights In Conversation, TDi CEO and co-founder of The Impact Facility for Sustainable Mining Communities meets new Impact Facility CEO, Lewis Temple.

The Impact Facility was founded 6 years ago, and Lewis and Assheton discuss what's been achieved over this period, the changes and challenges the organisation has experienced, and the team's aspirations for the future.

From Conflict Minerals to Collective Action | Evaluating the Evolving Sustainability Landscape

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0100

In this episode of TDi Insights In Conversation, TDi Sustainability's Marketing Manager, Sarah Wilkinson, sits down with CEO Assheton Stewart Carter to reflect on, and celebrate, TDi's first decade.

When Assheton founded TDi ten years ago, a major focus of the company's work was working with large brands on conflict minerals. The last ten years has seen a rapid evolution of the sustainability landscape, particularly in terms of regulations - sustainability concerns are no longer the domain of the biggest. Responsible sourcing now covers all products, all materials, all countries and all companies. This rapid expansion has been coupled with growing expectations both from stakeholders and in terms of the information that companies must gather on their supply chains. Assheton discusses how TDi itself has evolved to meet these challenges - enabling companies to go beyond compliance to have a real impact on the ground. He then reflects on the key sustainability themes that businesses are likely to have to address over the near and long-term future.