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The EU Omnibus Package | Why Sustainability Still Matters 33:40

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In this episode, TDi's CEO Assheton Stewart Carter talks to international negotiator Peter Handley and TDi's Jeannette Greven about the omnibus package of regulatory amendments recently published by the EU Commission. The talking points include: Why the changes proposed in the omnibus package are being made What this means for businesses of different sizes and what companies both in scope and out of scope should do next to identify and manage supply chain risk Whether the omnibus package marks the end of the Brussels Effect and what it means for the European Green Deal as a whole What this means in the context of EU/US relations and for the EU regulatory landscape as a whole Why sustainability should still be a priority for businesses when it comes to ensuring long-term resilience Peter Handley is a policy shaper and international negotiator with experience in energy and climate, circular economy and international trade negotiations. Peter worked for the European Commission for more than 20 years, where he was head of the unit for energy intensive industries and raw materials. Peter is also Special Advisor to the Global Council for Responsible Transition Minerals – a Paris Peace Forum initiative. Peter recently founded PHASE32, an independent consultancy working on sustainability and resilience. Jeannette Greven is a Senior Sustainability Consultant at TDi, with a background in international development and qualitative research in conflict-affected areas. Jeannette works on projects that range from developing responsible sourcing strategies, to engagement with artisanal mining communities.…

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The EU Conflict Minerals Regulation | Findings from the first review 14:08

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Jeanette Greven, Senior Sustainability Consultant at TDi, joins Sarah Wilkinson, TDi's Marketing Manager to discuss TDi’s contribution to, and findings from, the first review of the EU Conflict Minerals Regulation (CMR), which was adopted in September 2024. The review was led by the TDi Sustainability team, and Sarah and Jeannette discuss the review methodology, the shortcomings identified by the team and some recommendations for how these could be addressed. Jeannette also examines practical steps that companies can take to ensure that they're complying with the Conflict Minerals Regulation, and looks at how the CMR fits in with other key EU Regulations, touching on recent changes introduced by the omnibus package.…

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Giving a voice to future generations | Mining Indaba Insights 2025 49:24

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In this episode, TDi's CEO Assheton Carter, talks to two representatives from different parts of the mining industry, who will all be speaking at the 2025 Mining Indaba in Cape Town, on giving a voice to future generations, including specific emphasis on women in mining. The panelists are: Zenzi Awases | President, Association of Women in Mining in Africa Linda Omara Koledade | Mining and Metals Dealmaker, Start-up Mentor, Founder - IDC, Savant, Mustard Seed The speakers discuss how the next generation of miners can be better integrated into an evolving mining industry, and how new approaches and opinions can be embraced to help build a stronger and more resilient mining sector in Africa. They discuss the specific role of women in mining and gender equality in the mining industry.…

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Adopting Game-Changing Technology | Mining Indaba Insights 2025 39:41

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In this episode, TDi's Responsible Mining Specialist, Elizabeth Arnott, talks to three representatives from different parts of the mining industry, who will all be speaking at the 2025 Mining Indaba in Cape Town, on adopting game-changing technology. The panelists are: Derick Moolman | CEO, Stone Three Bramley Maetsa | Digital Engagement Lead, Sasol Prof Glen Nwaila | Associate Professor, University of Witwatersrand The speakers discuss how to bring digital effectiveness to the forefront of mining in Africa, understanding technology’s role in improving health, safety and sustainability and ensuring that Africa’s mines and workforces don’t get left behind in a technology-orientated world.…

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Maximising on Africa’s critical mineral endowment | Mining Indaba Insights 2025 43:07

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In this episode, TDi's CEO Assheton Stewart Carter talks to three representatives from different parts of the mining industry, who will all be speaking at the 2025 Mining Indaba in Cape Town, on maximising Africa's critical mineral endowment. The panelists are: Gareth Walsh | Director - Climate and Energy Advisory, Tony Blair Institute for Global Change Dr Theophilus Archeampong | Visiting Fellow, European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR) George Bennett | CEO, Rainbow Rare Earths The speakers discuss how African countries can be positioned as a partner of choice in the energy transition and what needs to be done to ensure Africa becomes a global minerals leader and future-proof its mining industry.…

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Delivering effective net zero and just energy transition strategies | Mining Indaba Insights 2025 44:32

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In this episode, TDi's CEO Assheton Stewart Carter talks to two representatives from different parts of the mining industry, who will all be speaking at the 2025 Mining Indaba in Cape Town, on delivering effective net zero and just energy transition strategies. The panelists are: Nkandu Beltz | Mining Director, Beltz Mining John Sloan | Economic Affairs Officer, United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) The speakers discuss the dual requirements of a just economic transition in Africa and the climate imperative. How can mineral extraction catalyse inclusive economic growth on the continent?…

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Prioritising Health and Safety | Mining Indaba Insights 2025 55:36

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In this episode, TDi's CEO Assheton Stewart Carter talks to four representatives from different parts of the mining industry, who will all be speaking at the 2025 Mining Indaba in Cape Town, on prioritising health and safety. The panelists are: Dr Thuthula Balfour , Head – Health and the Lead on Women in Mining, Minerals Council, South Africa Georgette Barnes Sakyi-Addo , President, Women in Mining, Ghana Paule France Ndessomin , Regional Secretary, IndustriALL Global Union Penny Munkawa , Occupational Health and Safety Specialist, International Labour Organisation (ILO) The speakers discuss whether zero harm is a reality, some of the hidden costs of safety neglect and how the needs of African mining communities are being, and can be prioritised.…

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Industrialising Africa | Mining Indaba Insights 2025 43:35

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In this episode, TDi Responsible Mining Specialist, Elizabeth Arnott, talks to three representatives from different parts of the mining industry, who will all be speaking at the 2025 Mining Indaba in Cape Town, on one of the event's key themes: Industrialising Africa. The panelists are: Darias Jonker – Head of Government and International Relations, Americas, Anglo American Dr Aditya Ramji – Director, Global South Centre for Clean Transportation – University of California, Davis Ana Hajduka – CEO and Founder, Africa GreenCo The speakers discuss Africa’s infrastructure potential, how to develop strong downstream economies, the role of public-private partnerships and regional power pools, and what it will take to enable international players to invest in local value addition for critical transition minerals.…

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Future-proofing African Mining Communities | Mining Indaba Insights 2025 47:26

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In this episode, TDi's CEO Assheton Stewart Carter talks to three representatives from different parts of the mining industry, who will all be speaking at the 2025 Mining Indaba in Cape Town, on future-proofing African mining communities. The panelists are: Marna Cloete, President and CEO of Ivanhoe Mines Glen Mpufane, Mining Director at IndustriALL Global Union David Sturmes, Co-founder and Director of Partnerships and Innovations at The Impact Facility The speakers discuss how to ensure that economic benefits from the current African mining boom reach the communities that neighbour mining projects – and what happens to these communities once mines are closed – what is the long-term legacy of mining for these communities?…

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The EU Deforestation Regulation | What does the delay mean for your business? 20:27

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On 14 November 2024, the EU Parliament approved the EU's proposal to delay the implementation of the EU Deforestation Regulation by one year, as well as a package of amendments to the Regulation. In this episode of Suits and Boots, TDi ESG Analyst, Sunil Abeyasekera looks at what these changes, and the delay mean for businesses across the world. He examines the impact of the delay both on companies that have already prepared for the Regulation, and those that are at an early stage in their readiness. He outlines what needs to be done over the next year to meet the new deadlines, and how businesses should prioritise action.…

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Forced Labour | Hidden Risk or Entirely Predictable Reality? 28:38

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Forced labour is often described as a hidden risk, being almost impossible to find or to predict where it might occur. In this discussion, TDi's Head of Data and Due Diligence, James Hollins and Marketing Manager, Sarah Wilkinson, examine whether in fact there are actually entirely predictable indicators of forced labour in company business models. James explores why it’s often difficult for companies to gain a full view of their supply chains, and highlights some of the techniques that can be employed to go beyond a traditional audit-based approach to expose the situations in which forced labour is occurring. James and Sarah also discuss the EU Forced Labour Regulation (EUFLR) and some of the key steps businesses can take to prepare for it.…

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From Conflict Minerals to Collective Action | Evaluating the Evolving Sustainability Landscape 29:55

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In this episode of TDi Insights In Conversation, TDi Sustainability's Marketing Manager, Sarah Wilkinson, sits down with CEO Assheton Stewart Carter to reflect on, and celebrate, TDi's first decade. When Assheton founded TDi ten years ago, a major focus of the company's work was working with large brands on conflict minerals. The last ten years has seen a rapid evolution of the sustainability landscape, particularly in terms of regulations - sustainability concerns are no longer the domain of the biggest. Responsible sourcing now covers all products, all materials, all countries and all companies. This rapid expansion has been coupled with growing expectations both from stakeholders and in terms of the information that companies must gather on their supply chains. Assheton discusses how TDi itself has evolved to meet these challenges - enabling companies to go beyond compliance to have a real impact on the ground. He then reflects on the key sustainability themes that businesses are likely to have to address over the near and long-term future.…

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Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining | A Sector Overlooked and Misunderstood? 29:56

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In the latest episode of TDi Insights In Conversation, TDi CEO and co-founder of The Impact Facility for Sustainable Mining Communities meets new Impact Facility CEO, Lewis Temple. The Impact Facility was founded 6 years ago, and Lewis and Assheton discuss what's been achieved over this period, the changes and challenges the organisation has experienced, and the team's aspirations for the future.…

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How To Replace A $100,000+ Salary Within 6 MONTHS Through Buying A Small Business w/ Alex Kamenca & Carley Mitus 57:50