DPM's corporate commitment is to deliver excellence in sustainability at the same time creating value for all of our stakeholders. Over the last seven years Chelopech Mining EAD ("Chelopech Mining") has established and maintained a relationship with its stakeholders through transparency, dialogue and social commitment. Chelopech Mining produces commodities in a safe and environmentally responsible manner, achieving the highest standards in its work practices and protection of its employees and surrounding environment. Chelopech Mining is fully committed to supporting the long-term economic development of the communities in which it operates by maintaining an active involvement in community life.

Since 2004, Chelopech Mining has recognized its environmental and social responsibilities and will continue to expand its partnership activities to continually strive for success in sustainability.

Environmental Rehabilitation Projects

The Chelopech mine has been in operation for over 50 years. Until 2004, the old mining method of sublevel caving resulted in an abundance of waste rock material, erosion of the nearby mountain ridges and large-scale surface caving. In 2004, with the implementation of the best available techniques in the mining industry (European Union document for Best Available Techniques for the Management of Tailings and Waste-Rock in Mining Activities), the Company commenced a large scale two phase rehabilitation program of disturbed areas. The first phase involved the demolition of old industrial buildings, resizing of slopes, and covering the area with clay and soil layers followed by successful grass seeding and tree planting. Phase two involved the rehabilitation of waste rock stockpiles and was completed in September 2009. Ongoing maintenance of these projects will enable the revival of a natural habitat for wildlife indigenous to the area.

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The Company earned national and international recognition when it received The Green Apple award in 2006 and 2 ^nd place for Investment in Environment by the Bulgarian Business Leaders Forum.

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A joint project between Chelopech Mining and the State Forestry Department in the nearby town of Pirdop commenced in 2009 with the aim of supporting the Forestry Department in dealing with the consequences of a forest fire that occurred in 2000. Over a three year period, Chelopech Mining is committed to providing volunteers to plant thousands of young saplings.

Social Responsibility

In 2010, Chelopech Mining won the national Social Responsibility Award from the Bulgarian Mining and Geology Chamber.

Community Support With investment in nearby community infrastructure and public utilities, the villages of Chelopech and Chavdar have experienced vast improvements in water supply, sewage and road maintenance. Local artistic and cultural groups are supported in each of their initiatives and local schools have received financing in order to improve their cultural and artistic endeavours.

Chelopech Language School Established in 1995, the private language school in Chelopech has a history of success. Students have the opportunity to learn English, German and Spanish as well as regular curriculum subjects. The success rate of students entering university after school is nearly 98%. Students also participate in national and international competitions, allowing them to gain the necessary skills for future success in the workplace.

Repair of the Chelopech Church of St. Nikolay In an effort to preserve a place of Bulgarian identity, Chelopech Mining has invested in the restoration of the Church of St. Nikolay in the nearby village of Chelopech. The renovated church was officially reopened on December 6, 2010, the Day of St. Nikolay. Maintenance of the building and surrounding grounds is ongoing.

Apprenticeship Program - Prop Mechanical School

The apprenticeship program for vocational training is a joint initiative between Chelopech Mining management and the vocational School for Mechanical and Electrical Engineering. It provides the opportunity for practical experience and employment for graduates in the fields of mechanical, electrical and automation engineering. The program began in September 2007 and a number of graduates have since joined the Process Plant team of Chelopech Mining.

Open Doors Day Chelopech Mining's Open Doors Day was successfully launched in 2008 as part of the Miners' Professional Holiday celebration events allowing the public to go underground in an operating mine.

Donation to Community Chelopech Mining is a major supporter of a number of projects in the local communities. Some of the most significant projects include the funding of an orphanage for children up to three years of age; donations to the regional hospital and the medical centers; provision of food vouchers to those in need in the local communities; and proud sponsorship of the Bulgarian Eurhythmics Iliana Gymnastics Club.

Transparency Chelopech Mining maintains two information centers, one at the main building on site and the other in the village of Chelopech. These are open to the public five days a week and provide information regarding current projects and allow the public to dialogue directly with company representatives.