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“The ESG Illusion: Why Investors Want Impact, Not Paperwork”

Jamie Strauss, Founder and CEO of Digbee

Too often, mining equates responsibility with reporting, producing ESG paperwork that creates the appearance of responsibility without real impact. Yet over 80% of mining leaders believe higher sustainability standards enhance competitiveness. With 83% of projects going over budget by 40% on average, often due to unresolved ESG risks, investors are no longer satisfied with box-ticking. They want proof of impact: evidence that risks are reduced, communities engaged, and governance strong. The reward for companies that can demonstrate this is not just better access to capital, but higher-quality investors who bring long-term support and premium valuations.

Jamie is the Founder & CEO of Digbee, the independent assessment platform transforming how mining companies prove responsibility, reduce risk, and attract capital. With 25+ years in mining finance, Jamie built Digbee to bridge the gap between investor expectations and operational realities – helping management teams earn trust, stand out, and achieve premium valuations. Our mission is simple: rebuild trust in mining, reverse disinvestment, and show that responsibility is a value driver, not a cost.​​​​​

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