Sustainable and Responsible Mining
At CapAries, we believe economic value must go hand in hand with positive impact for people, the environment, and society. As a Dutch company active in sustainable mining in Africa, we are committed to transparent, ethical, and future-proof operations.
Our mission is clear: ethical and sustainable mining with the complete elimination of child labour from the mining value chain.
Our ESG Strategy
CapAries’ ESG approach is built on three pillars:
Responsible management of natural resources
Protection of human rights and local communities
Transparent and ethical corporate management
We integrate ESG principles into all investment, operational, and supply-chain decisions.
Environmental
Responsible Management of Natural Resources
CapAries is committed to sustainable mining practices with minimal environmental impact.
Our priorities
- Reducing the environmental footprint of mining activities
- Efficient use of energy and water
- Rehabilitation and restoration of mining sites
- Continuous monitoring of environmental risks
We strive to follow industry best practices to protect ecosystems and ensure responsible resource extraction.
Environmental
Responsible Management of Natural Resources
CapAries is committed to sustainable mining practices with minimal environmental impact.
Our priorities
- Reducing the environmental footprint of mining activities
- Efficient use of energy and water
- Rehabilitation and restoration of mining sites
- Continuous monitoring of environmental risks
We strive to follow industry best practices to protect ecosystems and ensure responsible resource extraction.
Social
Human Rights and Community Impact
The social dimension is central to CapAries’ strategy.
Eliminating Child Labour
Globally, more than one million children are involved in mining — a serious violation of children’s rights.
CapAries is explicitly committed to the elimination of child labour from mining operations.
Our approach includes:
- Strict supply-chain due diligence
- Collaboration with local partners and authorities
- Monitoring and audits at mining sites
- Support for education initiatives
Local Communities
We aim for mining activities to create lasting value in the regions where we operate.
Focus areas:
- Local employment
- Safe working conditions
- Community development investments
- Respect for human rights
Governance
Transparent and Responsible Management
CapAries is headquartered in the Netherlands, where strong governance standards guide our operations.
Core principles
- Compliance with international laws and regulations
- Anti-corruption and ethical business conduct
- Transparent reporting to stakeholders
- Robust risk management
We are committed to building long-term trust with investors, partners, and communities.
Governance
Transparent and Responsible Management
CapAries is headquartered in the Netherlands, where strong governance standards guide our operations.
Core principles
- Compliance with international laws and regulations
- Anti-corruption and ethical business conduct
- Transparent reporting to stakeholders
- Robust risk management
We are committed to building long-term trust with investors, partners, and communities.
ESG Integration in Our Operations
ESG is not a standalone program but embedded throughout our business:
- Investments are screened for ESG risks
- Operational processes include ESG controls
- Suppliers must comply with our code of conduct
- Progress is monitored periodically
Our Ambition
CapAries aims to become a leading player in responsible mining in Africa by:
- fully eliminating child labour
- demonstrably reducing environmental impact
- creating strong local social value
- maintaining best-in-class governance
We continuously improve our ESG approach in line with international standards and stakeholder expectations.