Stakeholder Engagement

Erdene believes in direct dialogue to resolve issues with real solutions. Stakeholders are invited to report concerns about company activities directly to us. Formal dispute resolution processes in accordance with applicable laws are in place through Local Cooperation Agreements.

Any issues or concerns are addressed through ongoing dialogue and listening, in accordance with company protocol and cultural sensibilities.

Enquiries can be submitted in a written letter, e-mail or on the Company grievance form to:

• Attention: Community Relations Department, Erdene Mongol LLC,
• Postal address: Erdene Mongol LLC Building, United Nations Street 6/6, Chingeltei District, Ulaanbaatar Mongolia
• Tel: +976-11-319758
• Email: info@erdene.com

Erdene is committed to supporting local cooperation that builds the capacity of local stakeholders and institutions in the areas of education, health, livelihoods and the environment.

Starting at the early exploration phase, Erdene works with multiple local stakeholders in support of key issues around health and safety, environmental management, and local economic development.

In 2022, Erdene updated Local Cooperation Agreement with the following entities:

• Provincial Government of Bayankhongor
• Sub-provincial Government of Bayan-Undur
• Sub-provincial Government of Shinejinst

Erdene, together with the following groups, works to advance the role of businesses in sustainable development and to support and strengthen the mineral exploration and mining sector in Mongolia.

• Business Council of Mongolia
• Mongolian National Mining Association

University of British Columbia, Canada

In 2017 and 2018, Erdene’s stakeholder engagement program was selected as a case study by the University of British Columbia that examined ways for exploration companies to create value with local communities and integrate sustainable development goals into their operations. The findings indicate that Erdene has built a good foundation of relationships and experience with a broad range of stakeholders. Moving forward, the study suggests Erdene has an opportunity to position itself as a catalyst for sustainable development by continuing and extending those relationships. The full report can be viewed here.

In 2019 and 2020, UBC adapted and expanded its research to focus on stakeholder engagement in the course of new mine design and development activities. Local procurement was adopted as the focus for its potential to creating lasting economic value and challenges for greenfield industrial projects in remote areas. The study provides insights into Erdene’s approach to supporting local content, highlighting a number of key opportunities for mine builders and community stakeholders alike. The full report can be viewed here.

The UBC research has been made possible in part by funding from the following organizations:

• Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (2019)
• MITACS (2017-18 and 2019-20)