More than 50% of the minerals needed for the green economy are found in or near Indigenous territories. Yet most businesses that use or produce renewable energy or critical minerals are unaware of this – and even fewer know how to engage with Indigenous communities.
From large-scale solar energy projects and wind farms to electric vehicles, the shift to cleaner energy sources can only be deemed just if those most impacted are actively involved in shaping its process – more importantly, its outcomes.
For too long, the mining sector has been linked to environmental damage and human rights violations. But this can—and should—change.
The energy transition presents an opportunity to conduct business the right way—provided companies adopt fair, inclusive, and responsible practices, as expected under international human rights standards and regulations such as the EU Conflict Minerals Regulation, the Battery Regulation, the US Dodd-Frank Act and the EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive.
Webinar: Human Rights in the Energy Transition
How your business is linked to Indigenous People’s rights and what you should do about it.
Together with Galina Angarova, the executive director of the SIRGE Coalition, Kendyl Salcito, the executive director of NomoGaia, and Cecilia Barral Diego, co-founder and BHR advisor at CORE, we will discuss:
- What are Indigenous Peoples’ rights?
- How can you ensure that your business upholds Indigenous Peoples’ rights?
- How do you adopt policies and practices that are respectful of Indigenous Peoples’ rights?
- What does meaningful engagement with Indigenous and local communities look like?
- How are Indigenous communities partnering with responsible businesses?
- Are there real-world examples of good practice?
Event details:
Date: March 5, 2025
Time: 11.00-11.45 EST / 17.00-17.45 CET
Duration: 45 minutes
