On January 16, the 4th Future Minerals Forum was held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This year, under the theme "Impact Year," the forum brought together 85 government representatives from over 170 countries, 40 international organizations, and approximately 250 speakers and delegates. The event aimed to shape the future of mineral resources, promote the creation of a green mineral resilient supply agenda, and facilitate the global energy transition. Mr. Frank HA, Director and CEO of Tianqi Lithium, was invited to participate and engaged with global mining leaders in discussions on energy transition and sustainable development.
During the roundtable discussion titled "Mineral’s Contribution to Society – From Rule Takers to Rule Shapers: ESG Moving Beyond Box-Ticking to Reflecting Supplier Countries," Mr. HA shared Tianqi Lithium’s commitment to sustainable practices as an active participant in the critical mineral sector for energy transition. He emphasized that Tianqi Lithium has long been involved in the formulation of sustainability-related rules to promote the realization of sustainable development goals for the company, the industry, and globally.
Mr. HA outlined Tianqi Lithium’sbusiness philosophy of “economic benefits never override the environment or people’s safety and well-being” and the company’s goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. He also provided details on how Tianqi plans to achieve this target, including the use of renewable energy in production operations, green procurement, energy-saving upgrades, electrification of end processes, and digital management to gradually reduce the carbon footprint of its products.
As a responsible corporate citizen, Tianqi Lithium places great importance on its connection with local communities and has conducted various cultural exchange activities, continually strengthening its overseas social responsibility. Mr. HA stated: "Tianqi Lithium not only focuses on economic benefits, but also prioritizes employee development, local economic and community development, and the preservation of local lifestyles. Even when selecting investment partners, we prefer institutions that share our sustainable and responsible values."
The global lithium industry’s sustainable development is transitioning from "passive response" to "active planning and leadership," from "managing corporate ESG risks" to "empowering the industry’s sustainable development," and from focusing on "internal sustainability performance" to "driving net positive outcomes across the value chain." Tianqi Lithium is committed to building a greener, more transparent, and sustainable global lithium industry ecosystem, leading the industry toward high-quality development.
The Future Minerals Forum (FMF) is one of the most authoritative and influential high-end conferences in the global mineral resources sector. It brings together leaders, experts, and top decision-makers from the mining, energy, technology, and policy fields worldwide. The forum focuses on sustainable mineral resource development, technological innovation, and ESG (Environmental, Social Responsibility, and Governance) issues, driving deep transformation in global mining to address energy transition, environmental protection, and social responsibility. As a premier communication platform for the industry, FMF is not only dedicated to promoting policy collaboration and cooperation in the global mineral resources sector but also setting new standards for the industry’s future development. It is an important platform for leading innovation and transformation in the global mining industry.
