Artisanal and Small-scale Mining: a primer for institutional investors

Description

Artisanal and Small-scale Mining: A Primer for Institutional Investors is a concise guidance resource prepared by Levin Sources for the Global Investor Commission on Mining 2030. It introduces institutional investors to the realities of artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM), outlining its social, environmental, human rights, and governance risks alongside its importance for livelihoods and local economies.

The primer helps investors understand how ASM intersects with large-scale mining value chains and provides practical insights on responsible engagement, risk management, and alignment with ESG and human rights expectations, supporting more informed and conflict-sensitive investment strategies in the mining sector.