Materiality software for metals and mining companies

Improve your sustainability credentials, accurately measure company activities, and commit to disclosure transparency.

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Material topics for the
metals and mining industry

Socialsuite provides industry-specific topic lists for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) within our materiality assessment software. These topic lists are compiled from various standards, frameworks, regulations, and benchmarking analyses. We offer a streamlined industry-specific starting point for companies to begin their materiality assessment.

Environmental

Closure & Rehabilitation

Air Emissions & Quality

Ecological Impacts

Energy Management

GHG Emissions

Waste & Hazardous Materials Management

Water & Wastewater Management

Biodiversity

Clean Technology

Climate Adaptation, Resilience, and Transition

Governance

Business Model Resilience

Anti-corruption

Tax Transparency

Business Ethics

Critical Incident Risk Management

Physical Impacts of Climate Change

The Future of Sustainability in Mining is with Socialsuite

Whether you're a junior mining company in the feasibility stage or further progressed into production, Socialsuite is the new standard for ESG reporting. With sustainability and materiality reporting software, you can create long-term value, no matter when you start.

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Access To Capital

Investors care about ESG. Build ESG credentials to enhance your eligibility and ability to attract long-term capital and favorable financing conditions.

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ESG Compliance

Take a proactive approach to emerging global regulation by reporting against a comparable, standardized, and structured ESG framework - without technical jargon.

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Lift Brand Perception

Mining companies are at an increased risk of director liability and greenwashing perceptions. ESG helps to enhance company reputation and perception.

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Profitability and Growth

ESG reporting can create company-wide financial value by identifying cost-saving opportunities, driving continuous improvement and enhancing market differentiation.

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Supply Chain Benefits

ESG is mission-critical for global supply chain management. Executives and supply chain leaders are meeting the world’s net-zero challenge head-on. Commit today, or get left behind.

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Climate Progress

The global shift to renewable energy relies heavily on mining. To create real change, this must be balanced with sustainable mining practices and ESG considerations that benefit a range of stakeholders.

Benchmark materiality software you need for your mining company

Socialsuite offers a collaborative, simplified approach to powerful sustainability reporting from Day 1. Fast, affordable, and trusted.

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Contact our dedicated team

With robust sustainability qualifications and an extensive set of resumes, our coaches are equipped to help you and your team take your first step with ESG.

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Create your materiality report

Choose relevant material topics, select your stakeholders, distribute the materiality survey, collect real-time results, review the materiality matrix, and publish your data-driven materiality report.

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Make real, measurable progress

Set goals, meet targets, and devote consistent time to sustainability alongside our coaches - all while continuously working towards a full set of disclosures.

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FAQs

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How do I know which ESG Framework is right for my company?

While regulatory requirements and enforcements vary around the world, it is universally expected that mandatory disclosures will become increasingly prevalent. That’s why it’s important to start benchmarking performance now – ideally against a globally recognized framework like the World Economic Forum’s Stakeholder Capitalism Metrics. This will protect your company’s market position while local regulations continue to evolve – and will also give you a robust model for mitigating compliance risks.

How do I know when my company is ready to report on ESG?

Starting your reporting journey today is one of the best ways to show your commitment and dedication to ESG transparency standards, and there's no need to wait for perfection before beginning - metrics can always be improved over time. Plus, there is likely a great deal of relevant work your company is already doing. ESG is about making these activities visible to the market. Socialsuite helps you find those quick wins, then we talk about how you can progress and improve your ESG credentials over time.

My investors don’t care about ESG. Why should I start reporting?

The days of investors focusing solely on financial statements are long gone. If you want to attract retail investors, institutional investors or fund managers, you’ll need to meet ESG criteria. Society, investors, consumers and employees are expecting companies to grow in a financially sustainable, yet environmentally viable way. ESG isn’t just used by socially conscious investors to screen companies prior to investing, it’s also looked at by customers, consumers and employees when they’re making decisions about what companies to get behind. ESG is a global priority, so if ESG is not a priority for your business, ask yourself why.

Does my company need to report on ESG?

Action on ESG is essential for companies seeking investor dollars, regulatory approvals, and the social license to operate. As companies, large and small, face increasing demands from their stakeholders, ESG disclosure is officially no longer a ‘nice to have’. Under growing pressure from government regulators, investors, customers and employees; companies must look to understand the economic realities of ESG – and its impact on people, planet and prosperity.

What our clients say

One of our core values is that our customers always come first. We ensure this happens by collaborating with our customers to solve their ESG problems and help share their progress.

“Socialsuite provided invaluable support and guidance, helping us to build a foundation around ESG within the organization, and with our external stakeholders. The platform is intuitive and flexible and is the right fit for our growing organization."

Max Satel

Chief Financial Officer, Battery Mineral Resources

“We've found some potential investors that want to be in the impact space - Socialsuite has changed the game. Every time you login to Socialsuite, you're actually trying to think about better practice and making progress across your business.”

Lindsay Reed

Chief Executive Officer, Minbos Resources

“We explored other options but didn't find any as simple or transparent as Socialsuite. We engaged Socialsuite to streamline, monitor and disclose our ESG progress and initiatives. We chose what we believe will become the industry standard for mining. ”

Joanne Bergamin

Communications Director, QEM Limited

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Whether it’s a public company, a private company, or a charity, Socialsuite has the right solution for you.