Emerging ESG Leader Award

AAMEG 2023 Africa Awards Nomination Category

This award recognises Australian, or functionally Australian, companies undertaking exploration or early-stage development activities in Africa who are already demonstrating a commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles.

By integrating ESG principles from the outset of exploration activities, companies can ensure the sustainability of their operations and make a positive contribution to societal and economic development.

This award promotes companies that not only prioritise responsible operations but are also championing visionary strategies that yield long-term community benefits. These might include improved employment opportunities, enhanced health and education services, or robust environmental stewardship.

Encompassing a broad array of ESG topics, this award covers activities including:

• Environment: Initiatives to mitigate their environmental impact by addressing climate change, preserving biodiversity, managing waste, optimising water and resource use, and minimising pollution.
• Social: Recognising entities that respect human rights, practice ethical labour, promote safety and health, uplift their communities and value diversity.
• Governance: Applauding those who demonstrate exemplary corporate governance, adhere to high ethical standards, maintain compliance, fairly manage executive pay, encourage diversity and have a fair approach to lobbying and taxation.

The Emerging ESG Leader Award is an opportunity for your organisation to earn recognition for your ESG vision, showcasing your commitment to sustainable and equitable growth.

Your award submission will need to describe in detail your company’s initiative in Africa that aligns with one or more aspects of ESG, including:

• Discussing the context or issue your organisation faced and how was it addressed by this initiative.
• Explaining your approach to the initiative design and whether any voluntary ESG codes or principles came into consideration e.g., ICCM 10 Sustainable Development Principles.
• Explaining how your initiative engages the community in which you are operating and manages expectations.
• Demonstrating the positive impacts and/or outcomes of your initiative on the host community.

You will also be asked to provide any additional information including photos, video, news articles, reports or evidence to support your claims. This supporting documentation is highly valued in informing the judges decision-making ability.

Please note that any media provided may be used in pre and post event promotion and if applicable during the awards ceremony to showcase your organisation and initiative.