SUSTAINABILITY
OVERVIEW

At SPM, the pursuit of sustainability guides our approach to business. We fully understand that responsible mining is fundamental to our long-term success.

We therefore plan, design and operate assets in a manner that improves social, environmental and safety performance while enhancing shareholder value.

RENEWABLE ENERGY

 

Southern Peaks Mining is the first mining company in Peru to obtain a renewable energy certificate by using 100% renewable energy. The migration to renewable energy consumption implies a significant reduction in our carbon footprint and shows our commitment to high environmental standards. In June 2020, SPM signed an agreement with Statkraft which states all the energy consumed comes from renewable (hydraulic) sources.

The agreement is in place until 2033 and grants 132GWh with 18 MW power for our flagship operation, Compañía Minera Condestable, and it will extend the same standards for our future operation in Ariana, which is currently under construction.

The international certifier AENOR will oversee that the energy consumed by Southern Peaks Mining comes from emission-free sources and that it is incorporated into the electrical grid system that will be destined for our exclusive consumption.

Consuming 132 GWh per year, we will decrease our CO2 equivalent emissions by 9,945 tons, according to the national electricity grid´s emission factor calculated by the Ministry of Energy and Mines (MINEM) in 2018.

WE CONTRIBUTE
COMMUNITIES

SPM is committed to helping build healthy, vibrant communities in the areas where we operate. We contribute to organizations, institutions and initiatives that strengthen communities in the areas of direct and indirect influence of our operations. We develop partnerships and contribute to sustainable development projects with local impact, focusing in four key categories: health, education, environment, and community.

5 Year Strategic Social Plan through community and district support.

1/3 of CMC workforce from Mala District; 6-month inhouse mining training programme for locals.

Children in Mala influence area benefit from CMC nutrition, health, and dental care programmes.

Infrastructure, teacher-training, job generation and donations to Mala influence area.

OUR COMMITMENT
ENVIRONMENT

We are committed to monitoring and managing the environmental impacts of our activities to secure a sustainable future for the communities that live in the area of influence of our operations. Environmental matters are considered during all stages of our activities. Environmental and social impact assessments are undertaken as part of the feasibility process for new projects and thorough environmental due diligence is conducted as part of our M&A evaluation process. We strive to improve our overall environmental performance at all levels and stages of our operations.

OUR ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY COMMITS US TO

Comply with applicable environmental laws and regulations.

Comply with ISO 14001 procedures for environmental management.

Comply with the applicable Environmental Management Plan and Mine Closure Plan.

Conduct environmental control programs to monitor use of water, air, soil, emissions, noise, and biodiversity. We respect our environment´s fragile ecosystem.

65% of processed water in plant is reused in the mineral recovery process at Condestable.

100% of water used in process plant in Ariana will come from mine dewatering; no use of surface water (lakes).

Condestable is the first mine in Peru to use 100% renewable energy.

SPM cooperates with waste management programmes promoted by serious NGOs.

WASTE MANAGEMENT
WASTE PROGRAMMES

We believe in taking care of our planet and focus on giving back to society. Therefore, we cooperate with waste management programmes promoted by serious NGOs, where we not only help take care of the environment but also support local communities.

We collaborate with Peruvian NGO “Ayudando Abrigando”, and in 2019 donated over 39,800 plastic bottles, helping less fortunate communities receive winter blankets made out of the recycled plastic from those bottles. In 2020, we donated 870 kilograms of plastic bottles.
OUR OBJECTIVE: ZERO INJURIES
HEALTH & SAFETY

Safety is a core value at SPM, and we believe it is possible to work without serious injuries. Our objective is “Zero Injuries” in all our operations.


Our vision for safety: “be the mining company with the best
practices and safety standards”.

At SPM safety is about people – not numbers. We recognize that our employees and contractors play a key role in achieving our safety objectives, and we are committed towards building a safety culture where everyone knows that they can make a
difference and where all have the knowledge, competence and desire to work safely. Our Health & Safety Management System,
certified by OHSAS 18001, uses various tools implemented to
control risks.

CERTIFICATIONS

THE COPPER MARK

Compañía Minera Condestable (CMC), a company belonging to the Peruvian group Southern Peaks Mining (SPM), has been awarded The Copper Mark certification. This prestigious certification for copper-producing companies has for the first time in the world recognized a medium-sized mining company with world-class standards.


The company underwent a major transformation based on its Constant Innovation and Sustainability pillars. As a result, it has been able to meet the guidelines required by The Copper Mark, demonstrating a responsible production practice aligned with contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), ICMM standards, and other international standards.


“The Copper Mark certification awarded to Compañía Minera Condestable is a very important achievement for the company and for mining in Peru. We hope to have paved the way for large, medium-sized and small mining companies established in the country to choose to certify to the highest standards that they operate sustainably,” said Adolfo Vera, CEO of Southern Peaks Mining.


To obtain the certification, the mining company went through an exhaustive process, in which environmental criteria – such as reducing its carbon footprint and the sustainable use of water – as well as social and corporate governance criteria, were reviewed. The Copper Mark audit team traveled to the area and was able to review first-hand how the company has been developing its work and improving people’s quality of life.


Email: info@spm.pe

CARBON FOOTPRINT RECOGNITION

Southern Peaks Mining has successfully implemented the first level (Measurement) in the management of greenhouse gases program by the Ministry of the Environment of Peru. This achievement reinforces our commitment with carbon footprint & environmental matters.

Minera Condestable has also successfully implemented the first level (Measurement) in the management of greenhouse gases program by the Ministry of the Environment of Peru. This achievement reinforces our commitment with carbon footprint & environmental matters.

DOCUMENTS

SUSTAINABILITY DOCUMENTS 

SUSTAINABILITY REPORTS

CORPORATE POLICIES AND GUIDELINES

 

CERTIFICATES AND RECOGNITIONS

CARBON FOOTPRINT AND WATER FOOTPRINT

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT INSTRUMENTS

INFORMATIVE DOCUMENTS

NEWSLETTER “SPM SOSTENIBLE”

NEWSLETTER “SPM News”

NEWSLETTER “CONDESTABLE INFORMA”