Toronto, ON —- November 22, 2016. Mining companies were awarded and celebrated last night for their investments in renewable energy at a glittering awards gala and dinner in Toronto. Mining companies from Canada, Chile, Mexico, Australia, and South Africa received awards for their investments in wind and solar technologies at the Energy and Mines Renewables and Mining Awards.
“These mining companies, along with their partners from the renewable energy sector, are leading the way to sustainable, affordable, low-carbon energy for mines through these projects and commitments,” commented Dr. Andrew Slavin Director, Energy and Mines. “We are delighted to recognize and celebrate their successes.”
Awards were presented in 13 categories and winners were selected through a combination of independent research, a nominations process and international jury consideration. Over 150 senior mining and renewable energy experts attended the awards gala which was sponsored by the Carbon War Room and Canada Clean Fuels.
2016 Winners:
Best use of Energy Storage (Electrical) at a Mine Site:
Glencore – Raglan Mine
Best use of Renewables for Mine Transportation – Sponsored by Canada Clean Fuels:
Kirkland Lake Gold
Renewables in Mining – Visionary of the Year – Sponsored by Carbon War Room:
Nick Holland, CEO, Gold Fields
Best use of Renewables at a Reclaimed Mine site:
Teck Resources
Best use of Renewables for Mine Exploration:
Avalon Advanced Materials
Best use of Solar Thermal
CODELCO
Best use of Solar PV in Mining > 100 MW:
Antofagasta Minerals
Best use of Solar PV in Mining < 100 MW:
IAMGOLD
Best use of Wind in Mining > 100 MW:
Industrias Peñoles
Best use of Wind in Mining > 50 MW and < 100 MW:
Grupo Mexico
Best use of Wind in Mining < 50 MW:
Diavik Diamond Mine, Rio Tinto
Renewables in Mining – Project of the Year:
Sandfire Resources
Outstanding Commitment to Renewables in Mining:
Barrick Gold
To see photos of the evening visit this drop box.
For more information on the Congress and Awards visit: http://worldcongress.energyandmines.com/
Contact: Adrienne Baker, Director, Energy and Mines, +1 819 319 3101 or adrienne.baker@energyandmines.com
About Energy and Mines:
Energy and Mines, the leading information source for renewables and energy innovation in mining, has released the final shortlist of international mining companies eligible for awards based on their investments and commitments to renewables. The shortlist includes a geographically diverse group of mining operators with a wide variety of project sizes using wind, solar and solar thermal technologies to power their operations. www.energyandmines.com