Natural Resource Governance Institute

🚨 Corruption in mining licenses threatens the energy transition. NRGI's latest research higlights key red flags in the licensing process that can slow progress and harm vulnerable communities, making a just energy transition more difficult to achieve. These corruption risks must be addressed to avoid further harm to both people and the environment. 🔎 Learn more:

The CMSI aims to become a global standard for responsible mining, but some experts are concerned about whether it goes far enough. NRGI’s analysis points to four key areas where the standard must be improved to contribute positively to the sector.

The energy transition in Colombia must reflect the diverse realities of its people. NRGI is working with local and Indigenous communities to ensure their perspectives are central in shaping a just energy future. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e9iUUEKr

In 2024, NRGI remained unwavering in its mission—and shaped energy policies, advanced just transitions and accompanied communities. NRGI's president and CEO Suneeta Kaimal reflects on the organization's year of relentless action: https://lnkd.in/eiXBMGup

NRGI and partners in #Ghana call on President-Elect John Mahama to prioritize transparency, tackle corruption, and improve resource management in his administration. Read the open letter: https://lnkd.in/dKAdpBHQ

The latest NRGI newsletter features our key takeaways from COP29, including insights on the need for just and equitable mineral supply chains. We also highlight corruption risks in mineral licensing and our ongoing efforts in Colombia to shape more inclusive energy narratives. Read it here ⤵️

The Baku agreement fell short of securing the financial support low- and middle-income countries need for a just energy transition. Stronger grant funding commitments are essential for a sustainable, equitable future. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/euB5gdja #COP29 #COP30

Mining corruption undermines development & deprives African communities of fair benefits. In #Ghana, stakeholders are calling on the incoming government to prioritize full disclosure of mining contracts to promote transparency & address corruption. Learn more about curbing mining corruption: https://lnkd.in/gf3G25fv

With the UN Panel on Critical Energy Transition Minerals on the #RawMaterialsWeek 2024 agenda, read NRGI's Suneeta Kaimal remarks at #COP29 on how to advance its principles & recommendations for a just energy transition. https://lnkd.in/eBjBdgXC #JustMinerals

Corruption in the extractive sector diverts public funds, harms communities, and undermines global climate goals. On #AntiCorruptionDay, NRGI is highlighting tools and research to address these issues and promote accountability. Explore key NRGI resources: 🛠 Preventing Corruption in Transition Minerals: https://lnkd.in/eFtNScDN 📊 Corruption Diagnostic Tool: https://lnkd.in/d6sMasaq 🚩 Ten Red Flags Toolkit: https://lnkd.in/ey8Dscxg Discover more resources, including from NRGI focus countries, on the NRGI website: https://lnkd.in/eDYegNwH