Definition of Environment, Social & Governance (ESG) Investing

Conversation with John Lewins, CEO of K92 Mining Inc. (TSX:KNT)

Environment, Social & Governance (ESG) is an acronym that is sometimes used by companies looking to check off an investment requirement by big funds and investors. However, some take it very seriously indeed and it is an integral part of the business activities. In this interview with John Lewins, CEO of K92 Mining we discuss exactly what ESG means to them and he talks us through their extremely comprehensive ESG programme. He believes that giving ESG the attention it deserves is what all good citizens should do and what shareholders should demand.

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0:00 - Introduction
1:08 - Running a Business During a Pandemic: Measures Taken
4:30 - Understanding ESG; What Does it Mean?
9:19 - The Environmental Component: Considerations & Planning
16:54 - Social Relations: Embracing Diversity & Creating Opportunities
24:49 - Skepticism for ESG: An Unnecessary Spend of Money?
28:03 - A Part of the Economy: Process of Making Decisions, Teaching & Learning
38:23 - Governance: Ethics of the Business & Shortcuts Taken
45:18 - Final Thoughts: Mining is Not Just About Drilling

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Never mind 800 different languages, I think there are 8-10 different villages with interests directly related to K92's kainantu operations. It is gratifying to see that Mr. Lewins is attuned to the politics of the situation. One thing I do wrestle with is that, while the government of PNG continually stresses its commitment to and approbation of the extractive industries, there is a troubling history between these companies and political machinations of the numerous interested properties. PNG is a classic example of the yin and yang of great jurisidictional risk vs. great financial reward. It is difficult to know what to think about K92 Mining: Such a great mgt. team, such a great resource, such a great mystery about who packs the parachutes?