{"id":1032,"date":"2026-03-03T19:00:32","date_gmt":"2026-03-03T17:00:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/reports.anglogoldashanti.com\/25\/?p=1032"},"modified":"2026-03-24T14:17:24","modified_gmt":"2026-03-24T12:17:24","slug":"responsible-rehabilitation-and-mine-closure-planning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/reports.anglogoldashanti.com\/25\/sr\/commitments\/environment\/responsible-rehabilitation-and-mine-closure-planning\/","title":{"rendered":"Responsible rehabilitation and mine closure planning"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull has-custom-content-position is-position-bottom-center has-background-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ed301b6f1a167a042b9c9c2ea822a11b\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);min-height:560px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-90 has-background-dim has-background-gradient\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(20deg,rgb(0,0,0) 0%,rgba(0,0,0,0) 58%)\"><\/span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1706\" src=\"https:\/\/reports.anglogoldashanti.com\/25\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Environment-2-AngloGold-Institute_nova-lima.jpg\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"51% 47%\" style=\"object-position:51% 47%;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/reports.anglogoldashanti.com\/25\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Environment-2-AngloGold-Institute_nova-lima.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/reports.anglogoldashanti.com\/25\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Environment-2-AngloGold-Institute_nova-lima-1080x720.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/reports.anglogoldashanti.com\/25\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Environment-2-AngloGold-Institute_nova-lima-1700x1133.jpg 1700w, https:\/\/reports.anglogoldashanti.com\/25\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Environment-2-AngloGold-Institute_nova-lima-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/reports.anglogoldashanti.com\/25\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Environment-2-AngloGold-Institute_nova-lima-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/reports.anglogoldashanti.com\/25\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Environment-2-AngloGold-Institute_nova-lima-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-cover-is-layout-f045ee3a wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignfull are-vertically-aligned-bottom is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-2d1730f3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-bottom is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);flex-basis:66%\"><h1 class=\"wp-block-post-title\">Responsible rehabilitation and mine closure planning<\/h1>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>AngloGold Ashanti aims to leave a\npositive ecological legacy when\nmining operations reach the end of\ntheir life.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-bottom has-global-padding is-content-justification-right is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-column-is-layout-c1a38f8b wp-block-column-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-88246707412dbe0bab807d0c5e6f81ef is-content-justification-right is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-5ead310b wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#507480cf;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><em>AGA Minera\u00e7\u00e3o, Nova Lima, Brazil<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignfull is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-e5671263 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-right:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<p class=\"has-teal-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-fb3eea678d5ebad14a4a33a2c4898ff2 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The land we mine on is a borrowed resource that\nis shared with the communities that neighbour\nour mines. As stewards of this land, we recognise\nthat we have a duty to restore and enhance the\nnatural environment through responsible closure,\nrestoration and rehabilitation.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our commitment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">AngloGold Ashanti strives to integrate mine closure planning throughout the mine life cycle. We do this by preserving and establishing natural ecosystems and where feasible, through concurrent rehabilitation, to limit our environmental impacts and liabilities. We are committed to working in partnership with communities, governments and other stakeholders to create vibrant and resilient economies that thrive long after mine closure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-glassmorphic has-super-light-gray-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-teal-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ed3a4a9d3b8885c0ba05514332e49fba\">Strategic focus areas:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Develop site-specific closure plans that align with the regulatory requirements of the jurisdictions within which we operate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mature our risk-based processes related to closure priorities, for example engineering designs for closure of TSFs and postclosure water management and treatment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Co-develop social transition plans with communities, governments and other partners<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a73a4ec6aa35fce30f919f10fa275405\">Integrated closure planning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">AngloGold Ashanti\u2019s Mine Closure Planning Standard guides the business in identifying and managing current and future risks and liabilities by stipulating that mine closure planning must be incorporated, reviewed and improved at every stage of a mine\u2019s life cycle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Aligned with the ICMM\u2019s Integrated Mine Closure Good Practice Guide, AngloGold Ashanti\u2019s approach is holistic in that it considers the environmental, social and economic aspects of mine closure in consultation with stakeholders. Our plans include post-mining transition planning to minimise adverse impacts of mine closure on local economies through the creation of selfsustaining communities who are supported by alternative livelihood initiatives and socioeconomic development programmes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Site-specific closure plans are developed by each of our sites using a risk-based process to identify closure priorities and where we can, we rehabilitate concurrently with mining and processing operations. The Standard requires operations to have temporary closure plans (care and maintenance plans) in place for sudden suspension of operations due to issues such as declining commodity prices, rising costs, government policy changes or seismic events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-teal-color has-text-color has-link-color has-x-large-font-size wp-elements-373f11889fedb5bc7f9c8e067ad96f70\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:700\">Closure planning starts where mining begins<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-super-light-gray-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:10px;border-top-right-radius:10px;border-bottom-left-radius:10px;border-bottom-right-radius:10px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-background-color has-teal-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-891d384e718217ee70d7ee0071d728f3 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\"><strong>We integrate mine closure planning throughout the mine life cycle.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-grid wp-container-core-group-is-layout-0bef5d86 wp-block-group-is-layout-grid\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-glassmorphic wp-container-content-72923486 is-layout-flex wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized is-style-glassmorphic\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/reports.anglogoldashanti.com\/25\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/icon-closure-phase1.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7297\" style=\"width:100px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-831b2db5 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-teal-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-fc7effb1dc1665279f5ea91e84f6b6d4\">Exploration phase<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-default wp-block-paragraph\">Adopt and comply with the provisions of this standard as appropriate to ensure\ncessation and closure of exploration activities in a manner that meets the intent of\nthe standard.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-glassmorphic wp-container-content-72923486 is-layout-flex wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized is-style-glassmorphic\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/reports.anglogoldashanti.com\/25\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/icon-closure-phase2.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7296\" style=\"width:100px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-831b2db5 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-teal-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8d906fd712743510a771f26098ed371d\">Project phase<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-default wp-block-paragraph\">Develop closure plans and cost estimates in line with the requirements for\nmajor projects.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-glassmorphic wp-container-content-72923486 is-layout-flex wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized is-style-glassmorphic\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/reports.anglogoldashanti.com\/25\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/icon-closure-phase3.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7295\" style=\"width:100px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-831b2db5 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-teal-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2e6ecd2c660c31242981aa9177c2fff4\">Operational phase<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-default wp-block-paragraph\">Develop and update a mine closure plan and costs estimates (including social\ntransition plan and its implementation) with increasing levels of detail and confidence\nover the operational phase as part of horizon planning and integrated planning.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-glassmorphic wp-container-content-72923486 is-layout-flex wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized is-style-glassmorphic\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/reports.anglogoldashanti.com\/25\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/icon-closure-phase4.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7294\" style=\"width:100px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-831b2db5 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-teal-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-dee111ea379f8f9dbdab79450b8a87a0\">Closure period<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-default wp-block-paragraph\">Implement the final mine closure plan (including final components of social transition\nplan) from cessation of operations during which decommissioning, dismantling and\nrehabilitation occurs until the point in time where management of the site is largely\nlimited to monitoring and maintenance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-glassmorphic wp-container-content-72923486 is-layout-flex wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized is-style-glassmorphic\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/reports.anglogoldashanti.com\/25\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/icon-closure-phase5.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7293\" style=\"width:100px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-831b2db5 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-teal-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2d4af69c1d7926009b6ff7b27ba5007b\">Post-closure monitoring<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-default wp-block-paragraph\">Between closure and relinquishment, the activities tend to be limited to monitoring,\nsome maintenance where applicable and other complimentary activities (like\nlong-term or possibly in-perpetuity water treatment) to reach physical and chemical\nstability. This may also include monitoring and evaluation of the social transition plan.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-glassmorphic wp-container-content-72923486 is-layout-flex wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized is-style-glassmorphic\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/reports.anglogoldashanti.com\/25\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/icon-closure-phase6.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7292\" style=\"width:100px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-831b2db5 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-teal-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-25b8890a42a69e435832894dbd501592\">Relinquishment<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-default wp-block-paragraph\">Obtain formal approval by the relevant regulating authorities indicating that the\nclosure completion criteria for the mine have been met to the satisfaction of the\nauthorities and ownership and residual liability for the land may now be accepted by\nthe next land user.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Developments in 2025<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Brazil completed the final detailed closure designs and cost estimates for decharacterisation of four tailings facilities at Cuiaba and Queiroz. The Ghana EPA approved the environmental permit for the Arsenic Trioxide Treatment and Disposal Project at Obuasi. This offers the opportunity for final resolution and disposal of the toxic stockpile that has been bunkered since about 2006. Iduapriem also received EPA approval for the GTSF Closure Plan. CVSA obtained approval for its fifth version of the Mine Closure Plan and Sukari developed its first conceptual mine closure plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3ef0d9af652fd70d21bda7bbbed3d12c\">Concurrent rehabilitation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">International good practice and, in some instances, environmental regulations in the countries where we operate compel us to rehabilitate land affected by our operations both during operations and also in the closure phase of the mine life cycle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">AngloGold Ashanti\u2019s mineral right areas cover 624,281ha of land. Of the land under our active management, 4,231ha is classified as rehabilitated land and in 2025, we rehabilitated a total of 203ha of land (2024: 171ha).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-774682686f5e655b3dfb50d42f3bd60b\">Mine closure liability estimates and provisions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We strive to ensure that there are adequate resources to address our mine closure commitments and liabilities and in addition, we are required by law to make financial provisions for such work in most of the jurisdictions in<br>which we operate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our consolidated Group environmental liability estimates in 2025 were $729 million (2024: $700 million).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We undertake quarterly reviews and updates of our mine closure liability estimates to ensure compliance with legislative changes and align them to business plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mine closure liability estimates are based on legislative requirements and incorporate the cost of rehabilitation, infrastructure design, transition planning and the unit costs of the planned implementation activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We have implemented a variety of financial instruments\/assurance, including accounting provisions, escrow accounts and bank\/insurance guarantees for mine closure<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-30076d045f309b34a793f83417080d44\">Leaving communities and nature better off<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">AngloGold Ashanti\u2019s goal is to ensure that communities and nature are better off after we close our operations. This is in acknowledgement of AngloGold Ashanti&#8217;s long-standing presence in specific communities and how it has been intertwined with local cultures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our closure programmes are premised on earning stakeholder trust, thereby enhancing our chances of acquiring and keeping our social licence to operate. As a result, stakeholder input is required throughout the site&#8217;s life cycle, and closure management plans balance corporate and stakeholder interests while complying with regulatory obligations and commitments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our mining operations play a pivotal role in local economies through employment and supply chain localisation and this approach to closure has been instrumental in our quest to continually contribute towards creating resilient communities and a positive legacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Looking ahead<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Commencement of the Arsenic trioxide treatment and disposal project at Obuasi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Resolution and final approval of the Geita closure plan by the regulators<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Posting of rehabilitation bonds at Geita (pending approval of the closure plan) and CVSA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work to update the mine closure plans at Siguiri, Tropicana, Sunrise Dam and Sukari<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-right:0;padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-left:0;flex-basis:400px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-super-light-gray-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-c9a371c5 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-teal-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1fd968b587d69f8a3ded0df15a74ce68\">Related SDGs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-grid wp-container-core-group-is-layout-d918d0b1 wp-block-group-is-layout-grid\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-sdg has-background-color has-khaki-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-e3cf9b198b45c46561aab50be5140273 is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-3a88641f wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SDG 12<\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.65rem;text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Responsible consumption and production<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-sdg has-background-color has-dark-green-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-3c111d226732363481cd4855ed3e54d5 wp-container-content-2b49082c is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-3a88641f wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SDG 13<\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.65rem;text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Climate <\/strong><br><strong>action<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-sdg has-background-color has-green-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-818264b70935c55cf580f14189a02916 wp-container-content-2b49082c is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-3a88641f wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SDG 15<\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.65rem;text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Life on land<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f283fab123b586a4bdd8698034bd110d\">Material sustainability issues<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Management of nature and biodiversity, including land use, rehabilitation and closure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensuring safety, health and overall wellbeing employees and communities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Preparing for and managing risk and emergencies to minimise impacts on people and operations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">For more information on principal risks see the <em><a href=\"https:\/\/reports.anglogoldashanti.com\/25\/download\/AGA-AR25.pdf\">2025 Annual Report<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-light-gray-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ba58e50af38efc9e42ed72084a11fbf2\">Principal risks<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Adverse regulatory changes (mining rights, fiscal)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Failure to maintain integrity of tailings storage facilities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Failure to maintain social licence to operate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Failure to maintain sufficient resilience to external financial drivers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-dark-green-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-25e766ec0adf0a3f6f37896f7daa5df6\">Disclosure against standards<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-default\">\n<li><strong>SASB EM-MM-160<\/strong>: Biodiversity impacts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>ICMM Responsible Mining Principle 6.1<\/strong>: Conservation of biodiversity: Plan and design for closure in consultation with relevant authorities and stakeholders, implement measures to address closure-related environmental and social aspects, and make financial provision to enable agreed closure and post-closure commitments to be realised.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>WGC Responsible Gold Mining Principle 9<\/strong>: Biodiversity, land use and mine closure: We will work to ensure that fragile ecosystems, critical habitats and endangered species are protected from damage, and we will plan for responsible mine closure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-default has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f789337c wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-teal-color has-text-color 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