Disclosures

Our initial Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA), completed in 2012 and reviewed in 2023, was the largest public consultation ever conducted in Guinea, soliciting feedback and opinions from over 10,000 individuals.

An Environmental and Social Impact Assessment, or ESIA, is the result of several years of studies and measures designed to evaluate the impact that a project could have on the environment and society.

The mine and rail spur ESIA conducted by SimFer outlines the steps we are taking to maximise the benefits of the Simandou project for local populations and to minimise any potential direct and indirect adverse effects. These assessments have been fully approved by the Government of Guinea.

The ESIA covers the Ouéléba mine and associated infrastructure, in addition to the rail spur and associated supporting infrastructure. The cumulative impacts of both WCS’ and SimFer’s mines and combined infrastructure across the Simandou project are being assessed and mitigation measures will be described in collated into an over-arching Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP) produced jointly by WCS and SimFer. The ESMP will be a live document for la Compagnie du TransGuinéen (CTG) that will be updated throughout the lifespan of the mine.

Wherever we operate, we put in place measures to avoid, minimise, restore and offset any potential impacts on the environment or local communities.

We are privileged to have the opportunity to contribute to the future of this inspiring country by bringing to life a unique, transformative and historic project. We are grateful to the Government of Guinea for its continued partnership and collaboration.

To read the non-technical summary of the ESIA, click here.

Due to the size of the complete ESIA, it will be made available upon request. Please send an email to [email protected].