Mining, together with the agricultural sector, remains the cornerstone of our modern societies and economies. Despite advances in recycling technologies and an increased awareness of the benefits of the “circular economy”, the demand for mined raw materials and commodities continues to grow.

At the same time, the private sector in general is expected to operate responsibly and contribute more to the achievement of global and national government objectives and policies, particularly those focused on, socio-economic development, human and insitutional capacity development, human rights and the management of global challenges like climate change. There is also a growing expectation that businesses have a defined “social purpose” and become more human centric, with greater focus on the development of human and societal capacity.

This is not new to us at DPM. Since the inception of the Company, we have believed that it is incumbent on all of us in the industry to meet the demand for our products responsibly, and in a way that ensures the communities in which we operate are left with an ability to sustain themselves long after the mines are closed and rehabilitated.

Managing these complex industry challenges, and meeting the expectations of and delivering prosperity to all our stakeholders over the long term, requires that DPM has an enduring and robust business strategy. It also requires a good understanding of what “sustainability” means and how it can be practically applied to the day-to-day activities of our organization.

Our commitment to sustainability informs the way we think, the way we behave and the way we operate. The foundation of the Company is built on our values: Safety and well-being, environment stewardship, transparent and accountable, respect and inclusion, innovate with courage, and partner with communities. Beginning with our purpose and values, sustainability is a key part of our culture and is integrated at all levels of our organization, from our Board of Directors to our workforce.

This approach to sustainability and Corporate Responsibility supports the Company’s brand promise: We Succeed Because We Care.