Ivanhoe Mines Announces DRC President, His Excellency Félix Tshisekedi, Officially Reopens the Kipushi Zinc-Copper-Lead-Germanium Mine
Ivanhoe Mines announces the official reopening of the ultra-high-grade Kipushi zinc-copper-lead-germanium mine in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The ceremony was led by DRC President Félix Tshisekedi and attended by various dignitaries. The mine's workforce is 97% Congolese. The company has been ranked #2 globally in the Emissions category of the ESG Mining Company Index. Independent consultants estimate that the Kamoa-Kakula Copper Complex and Kipushi mine have among the lowest greenhouse gas emissions intensities globally, with Kipushi expected to be the lowest emitter per tonne of zinc produced once fully operational.
Ivanhoe Mines annuncia la riapertura ufficiale della miniera di zinco-rame-piombo-germanio Kipushi nella Repubblica Democratica del Congo (RDC). La cerimonia è stata guidata dal presidente della RDC, Félix Tshisekedi, e a essa hanno partecipato vari dignitari. La forza lavoro della miniera è composta per il 97% da congolesi. L'azienda è stata classificata al secondo posto a livello globale nella categoria Emissioni dell'ESG Mining Company Index. I consulenti indipendenti stimano che il complesso coperto di Kamoa-Kakula e la miniera di Kipushi abbiano tra le più basse intensità di emissione di gas serra a livello globale, con Kipushi che si prevede sarà l'emittente più basso per tonnellata di zinco prodotto una volta completamente operativo.
Ivanhoe Mines anuncia la reapertura oficial de la mina de zinc-cobre-plomo-germanio Kipushi en la República Democrática del Congo (RDC). La ceremonia fue presidida por el presidente de la RDC, Félix Tshisekedi, y contó con la presencia de varios dignatarios. La fuerza laboral de la mina es 97% congoleña. La empresa ha sido clasificada en el segundo lugar a nivel mundial en la categoría de Emisiones del ESG Mining Company Index. Consultores independientes estiman que el Complejo de Cobre Kamoa-Kakula y la mina Kipushi tienen unas de las intensidades de emisiones de gases de efecto invernadero más bajas del mundo, y se espera que Kipushi sea el de menor emisión por tonelada de zinc producido una vez que esté completamente operativo.
아이반호 광산이 콩고 민주 공화국(Democratic Republic of the Congo, DRC)의 초고품질 키푸시 아연-구리-납-저량광산의 공식 재개장을 발표했습니다. 이 행사에는 DRC 대통령인 펠릭스 치세케디가 주재하였으며, 여러 귀빈들이 참석했습니다. 광산에서 일하는 직원의 97%가 콩고인입니다. 이 회사는 ESG 광산 회사 지수의 배출량 부문에서 전 세계 2위로 평가되었습니다. 독립적인 컨설턴트들은 카모아-카쿨라 구리 복합체와 키푸시 광산이 전 세계에서 가장 낮은 온실가스 배출 강도를 가지고 있으며, 키푸시는 완전히 가동될 경우 아연 1톤당 가장 낮은 배출량을 기록할 것으로 예상하고 있습니다.
Ivanhoe Mines annonce la réouverture officielle de la mine ultra-haut grade de zinc-cuivre-plomb-germanium Kipushi en République Démocratique du Congo (RDC). La cérémonie était dirigée par le président de la RDC, Félix Tshisekedi, et a été assistée par divers dignitaires. 97 % des employés de la mine sont congolais. L'entreprise a été classée n°2 au monde dans la catégorie Émissions de l'ESG Mining Company Index. Des consultants indépendants estiment que le Complexe de Cuivre Kamoa-Kakula et la mine de Kipushi figurent parmi les plus faibles intensités d'émission de gaz à effet de serre au monde, Kipushi devant devenir le plus faible émetteur par tonne de zinc produite une fois qu'elle sera entièrement opérationnelle.
Ivanhoe Mines gibt die offizielle Wiedereröffnung der ultrahochgradigen Kipushi-Zink-Kupfer-Blei-Germanium-Mine in der Demokratischen Republik Kongo (DRC) bekannt. Die Zeremonie wurde von DRC-Präsident Félix Tshisekedi geleitet und von verschiedenen Würdenträgern besucht. 97% der Belegschaft der Mine sind Kongolesen. Das Unternehmen wurde im Emissionsbereich des ESG Mining Company Index weltweit auf Platz 2 eingestuft. Unabhängige Berater schätzen, dass der Kamoa-Kakula Kupferkomplex und die Kipushi-Mine zu den niedrigsten Intensitäten von Treibhausgasemissionen weltweit gehören, wobei Kipushi voraussichtlich der niedrigste Emittent pro Tonne produziertem Zink sein wird, sobald es vollständig in Betrieb ist.
- Reopening of the ultra-high-grade Kipushi mine represents significant production capacity
- 97% local Congolese employment rate demonstrates strong community integration
- Ranked #2 globally in ESG Mining Company Index for emissions
- Lowest greenhouse gas emissions intensity among major copper and zinc mines globally
- Strong government support evidenced by presidential inauguration
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Opening ceremony was also attended by DRC First Lady and a distinguished delegation of national, provincial and local dignitaries
Ivanhoe Mines recognized by the Mining Journal's ESG Company Index rankings as among the lowest carbon emitters
Kipushi, Democratic Republic of the Congo--(Newsfile Corp. - November 21, 2024) - Ivanhoe Mines (TSX: IVN) (OTCQX: IVPAF) Executive Co-Chair Robert Friedland and President Marna Cloete are very pleased to announce that on November 17, 2024, His Excellency Félix Tshisekedi, President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, officially reopened the ultra-high-grade Kipushi zinc-copper-lead-germanium mine.
A presidential delegation attended the opening ceremony, led by DRC President, His Excellency Félix Tshisekedi, and First Lady, Denise Nyakeru Tshisekedi. Also in attendance were the President of the Senate, three Vice Prime Ministers, eight National Ministers, the Governor of Haut-Katanga, as well as other national, provincial, and local dignitaries.
The presidential delegation was greeted by senior management from Ivanhoe Mines, Gécamines, and Kipushi Corporation (KICO). His Excellency, Félix Tshisekedi, conducted a ribbon-cutting ceremony, marking the official re-opening of the Kipushi Mine, subsequently followed by a surface tour of the operations. The ceremony was attended by KICO's workforce, of which
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Ivanhoe Mines' President Marna Cloete commented:
"Ivanhoe Mines, together with our governmental partners, the Minister of the Portfolio and Gécamines, have done it again! Not only have we built the largest copper mine in Africa, here in the DRC, we have now built the largest zinc mine in Africa, also here in the DRC.
"The reopening of the Kipushi Mine represents not only a milestone for sustainable resource development but also a promise of economic empowerment for our local communities. Today, we are breathing a new life into one of the world's richest deposits, together proving that responsible mining can drive shared prosperity.
"It is therefore an immense honour to welcome the President of the Democratic Republic of Congo, His Excellency Felix Tshisekedi, and the Mother of the Nation, Denise Nyakeru Tshisekedi, in sharing in this moment in the official reopening of the Kipushi Mine."
Gécamines' Chairman, Guy-Robert Lukama Nkunzi commented:
"It is a great honour to take part in the official inauguration of the Kipushi Mine and to share this moment in the presence of the highest authority in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, His Excellency, the President, Felix Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo.
"The Kipushi Mine was the beating heart of the Kipushi town since operations first began 100 years ago. However, the town's heart stopped during the 1990s when operations were shuttered. Today, its heart has been revived, and the resumption of operations is an opportunity for a new economic paradigm, where the mine will contribute to the prosperity of everyone, and in particular the residents of Kipushi town.
"Thank you to everyone who took part in the reopening of Kipushi, whether they are public figures or ordinary citizens. I want to especially thank Ivanhoe's President, Marna Cloete and my predecessors at Gécamines, Mr Albert Yuma Mulimbi, Mr Alphonse Kaputo and the Honourable Sama Lukonde, who, gave me the responsibility to restart this mine, for which I am very grateful.
"Kipushi is one of the country's brightest jewels and there are many years' worth of resources to come that are buried within its perimeter. We are confident that Ivanhoe, with Gécamines' support, will reach its targets within set cost and time limits and ensure that recently constructed facilities are used effectively."
DRC President, His Excellency Félix Tshisekedi and First Lady, Denise Nyakeru Tshisekedi being greeted by Ivanhoe Mines' President, Marna Cloete
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DRC President, His Excellency Félix Tshisekedi, alongside Ivanhoe Mines' President Marna Cloete and Gécamines' Chairman Guy Robert Lukama, cuts the ribbon to mark the formal reopening of the Kipushi Mine.
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The ribbon-cutting ceremony took place in front of Kipushi's [500]-strong workforce, which is
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Ivanhoe Mines ranked among lowest carbon emitters by Mining Journal in ESG Company Index rankings
Ivanhoe Mines is also proud to announce it has been ranked #2 globally in the Emissions category of the ESG Mining Company Index, as published by the Mining Journal. The ranking recognizes Ivanhoe's leadership in sustainable mining practices and the company's high standards of environmental stewardship, notably in the areas of emissions reduction, diversity, land and water management, health and safety, and community investment. For more information see the link: https://www.mining-journal.com/edition/1001492/esg-mining-company-index-benchmarking-the-future-of-sustainable-mining
Independent consultants Skarn Associates of London, England, estimate that the Kamoa-Kakula Copper Complex and the Kipushi zinc mine have among the lowest greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions intensities per tonne of metal produced globally, and the lowest of any major copper or zinc mine, as illustrated in Figures 1 and 2.
Figure 1. 2022 Scope 1 & 2 copper GHG emissions intensity curve, highlighting Kamoa-Kakula and the top 10 largest copper mining operations. Kamoa-Kakula is the world's fastest-growing and greenest major copper mine.
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Notes: Kamoa-Kakula and industry peer Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions data are estimates by Skarn Associates. Estimates include all direct and indirect emissions to produce contained copper from ore to the mine gate. The horizontal width of each bar represents each operation's 2022 copper production. In 2022, Kamoa-Kakula produced 333,497 tonnes of copper in concentrate, emitting an estimated 52,314 equivalent tonnes of CO2, thereby producing 0.16 equivalent tonnes of CO2 per tonne of copper produced. Chart sources: Skarn Associates, WSP Group, Ivanhoe Mines
On a Scope 1 and 2 basis (reported from ore to mine gate), Kamoa-Kakula's GHG emissions intensity in 2022 was 0.16 equivalent tonnes of carbon dioxide per tonne of contained copper produced (CO2-e / t Cu). This comfortably ranks Kamoa-Kakula almost at the bottom of the Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions curve.
Once fully ramped up, the Kipushi Mine is expected to rank as the lowest greenhouse gas emitter per tonne of zinc produced. On a Scope 1 and 2 basis, Kipushi's GHG emissions intensity for 2025 is expected to be 0.019 equivalent tonnes of carbon dioxide per tonne of contained zinc produced (t CO2-e / t Zn). This comfortably ranks Kipushi at the bottom of the Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions curve, according to independent industry experts Skarn Associates.
Figure 2. 2023 Scope 1 & 2 zinc GHG emissions intensity curve, highlighting Kipushi and the top 10 largest zinc mining operations in 2023.
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Notes: Kipushi and industry peer Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions data are estimates by Skarn Associates. Estimates include all direct and indirect emissions to produce contained zinc from ore to mine gate. The horizontal width of each bar represents the quantity of each operation's 2023 zinc production in '000 tonnes. 2025 Kipushi production is estimated to be 278,000 tonnes of payable zinc in concentrate, based on the 2022 feasibility study. 2025 zinc production is not forward guidance. It is estimated that operations will emit a total of 5,047 equivalent tonnes of CO2, thereby producing 0.019 equivalent tonnes of CO2 per tonne of zinc produced. Chart sources: Skarn Associates, Ivanhoe Mines.
About Ivanhoe Mines
Ivanhoe Mines is a Canadian mining company focused on advancing its three principal projects in Southern Africa; the expansion of the Kamoa-Kakula Copper Complex in the DRC, the construction of the tier-one Platreef palladium-nickel-platinum-rhodium-copper-gold project in South Africa; and the restart of production at the ultra-high-grade Kipushi zinc-copper-germanium-silver mine, also in the DRC.
Ivanhoe Mines also is exploring across circa 1,808 km2 of highly prospective, 60
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