Name
Opening Panel Discussion: Integrating Decarbonization and Climate Risk into Core Mining Operations
Date & Time
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 9:30 AM - 10:10 AM
Speakers
Sadeed Hassan, Hudbay Minerals – Copper Mountain Mine
Sasha Villoza, Denarius Metals
Paola Ricardo, NexGen Energy & WIMBC
Sadeed Hassan Sasha Villoza Paola Ricardo
Description
  • Embedding decarbonization and climate risk into mining operations, project planning, and business strategy.
  • Reducing operational exposure to diesel dependency, energy volatility, and physical climate risks.
  • Aligning sustainability, operations, engineering, and business teams to support long-term operational resilience and efficiency.
  • Case studies on electrification, energy efficiency, renewable integration, and climate-risk management in mining operations.