Merdeka Copper Gold Wins Recognition at Investing on Climate Editors’ Choice Award 2024
PT Merdeka Copper Gold Tbk has been honored with the Best Literacy for Climate Resilience award at the Investing on Climate Editors’ Choice Award 2024. This accolade recognizes the company’s commitment and strategic efforts toward achieving net-zero emissions. The event, organized by Investing on Climate in collaboration with the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX), took place at the IDX Main Hall on December 4, 2024.
In her opening speech, Risa E. Rustam, Director of Finance, Human Resources, and General Affairs at the IDX, emphasized the significance of climate investment in addressing global challenges.
“Investments in climate action also presenting strategic opportunities to foster sustainable economic growth,” she stated.
Bahtiar Manurung, ESG & Climate Change Manager at PT Merdeka Copper Gold Tbk, expressed the company’s pride in receiving the award. “This recognition highlights Merdeka’s commitment to contributing to climate solutions, as outlined in our Climate Change Policy,” he said, following the award ceremony.
Managing Director of Investing on Climate, Ardian Taufik Gesuri, elaborated on the rigorous criteria for selecting award recipients. Companies were evaluated on budget allocations for emission reduction technologies, net-zero implementation, sustainability reporting in compliance with GRI Standards, and adherence to Financial Services Authority regulations. Additional assessments included employee participation, strategic emission reduction initiatives, and community and stakeholder engagement.
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Main Photo: Bahtiar Manurung, ESG & Climate Change Manager at PT Merdeka Copper Gold Tbk, receives the Investing on Climate Editors’ Choice Award 2024.