Austral Gold Limited
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2017)
Reporting Period: 2017
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Safety
- Environmental protection
- Community support
Environmental Achievements
- Connected to the Taltal Wind Farm and commenced a power supply agreement with the northern Chile power grid, decreasing power consumption costs by more than 50% and significantly reducing the carbon footprint of the Guanaco operation.
Social Achievements
- Committed to supporting the local communities in which we operate through local hiring of personnel and community and education initiatives.
Governance Achievements
- Dual listed on the TSX-V.
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Six lost-time accidents (LTAs) and eight nil-lost-time accidents (NLTAs) occurred at Guanaco.
- Eight lost-time accidents (LTA) and eight nil-lost-time accidents (NLTA) occurred at Casposo.
Mitigation Strategies
- All accidents were investigated and corrective actions were identified and implemented to prevent recurrence.
- Safety and environmental protection are core values of the Group. The implementation of safety best practices along with a sound risk management program are key priorities for Austral Gold.
Supply Chain Management
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: NI 43-101, JORC2012