Saskatchewan Mineral Exploration and Government Advisory Committee (SMEGAC)
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2016)
Reporting Period: 2016
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental Protection
- First Nations and Métis Community Engagement
Social Achievements
- Developed Best Management Practices (BMPs) for mineral exploration to minimize environmental impacts and meet legislative requirements. Engaged with First Nations and Métis communities.
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Minimizing environmental impacts from mineral exploration activities (e.g., forest clearing, water crossings, waste disposal). Balancing mineral exploration with other land uses in southern Saskatchewan.
- Wildlife habituation to work camps.
- Potential for wildfires.
Mitigation Strategies
- Development and implementation of BMPs for various exploration activities.
- Guidelines for wildlife management in work camps.
- Wildfire prevention and control measures, including burn notification requirements and preparedness plans.
Supply Chain Management
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Wildfires