PSJ Cobre Mendocino’s compliance and environmental/social governance (ESG) strategy ensures that all aspects of the project align with applicable laws and globally recognized best practices. Here’s how compliance is structured and implemented:
Legal Compliance:
PSJ fully adheres to Argentina’s Law 7722, which prohibits the use of cyanide, sulfuric acid, mercury, and similar toxic substances in mining. The project’s design explicitly excludes these chemicals and meets all provincial and national environmental and mining regulations.
International Standards:
The company commits to meeting IFC Performance Standards and other global benchmarks, which include comprehensive requirements related to:
- Environmental and social risk management
- Labor and working conditions
- Resource efficiency and pollution prevention
- Community health and safety
- Biodiversity conservation
- Indigenous peoples’ rights
- Cultural heritage protection
Monitoring and Reporting:
PSJ maintains real-time environmental monitoring systems and provides transparent access to technical data. Reports are submitted regularly to regulatory agencies, and all EIA-related documentation is publicly available online. The company also engages in continuous dialogue with oversight bodies such as the Mining Environmental Authority (AAM) and institutions like the Universidad Nacional de Cuyo.
Institutional Accountability:
An expanded Environmental Impact Report was submitted in April 2025 in response to regulatory and academic reviews, demonstrating a responsive and accountable approach. This included detailed plans on waste management, water quality, air emissions, and occupational health—each designed with enforceable standards and audit mechanisms.
In summary, PSJ’s compliance framework is built on transparency, rule of law, and adherence to international ESG principles, ensuring responsible mining practices and institutional credibility.