Session Scope
The A Session focuses on the governance, societal, and systemic dimensions of mineral resource development in a rapidly changing global environment. It provides a platform for interdisciplinary dialogue on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues, mineral policy, investment systems, occupational safety, health, and capacity building.
The session integrates academic research, policy perspectives, and industry practices to address the challenges of sustainable and responsible resource development. It is designed as a structured hybrid platform that combines scientific presentations with policy dialogue and stakeholder engagement.
Through its sub-sessions, the A Session seeks to connect resource governance, economic systems, public participation, safety culture, and innovation in education and training. It welcomes contributions that advance evidence-based policymaking, strengthen institutional capacity, and promote socially responsible and future-oriented approaches to mineral resource development.
Key Topics and Expected Contributions:
- ESG and sustainable resource governance
- Resource economics, investment, and mining policy
- Occupational safety, health, and risk management
- Public engagement and social responsibility
- Capacity building and workforce development
- Science–policy integration
Session Use in the Platform
- Direct authors to a precise academic track
- Support convener-led review coordination
- Group related presentations logically
- Strengthen coherence of the scientific program
Sub-sessions
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Issues of the Mineral Resource Sector in Mongolia
In recent years, the production and impact of Mongolia’s mineral resources sector have expanded rapidly, leading to evolving environmental,…
A2Resource Economics, Investment & Mining Policy
This sub-session focuses on the economic, financial, and policy dimensions of mineral resource development, with particular emphasis on inv…
A3Occupational Safety, Health & Risk Management
This sub-session focuses on occupational safety, health, and risk management as fundamental components of responsible and sustainable miner…
A4Mineral Resource Science Education, Capacity Building & Innovation for Sustainable Resource Governance
This sub-session focuses on advancing geoscience education, professional capacity building, and innovation as key enablers of sustainable m…
A5Policy Roundtable: Mining, Environment & Society (Special Session)
The Policy Roundtable: Mining, Environment & Society is a special dialogue session designed to facilitate constructive discussion among pol…
