April 2006, Newmont Mining Corp.
This document updates the Newmont Ghana Gold Ltd. (NGGL) Environmental and Social Action Plan (ESAP) which was originally presented in Chapter 5 of the Ahafo South Environment and Social Impact Assessment, August 2005. The update presents the current status (as of the end of March 2006) of each specific action designed to mitigate impacts of the Ahafo Project, which are based on NGGL previously disclosed commitments. The intent of the ESAP is to eliminate, offset, or reduce to acceptable levels any adverse social, environmental, and occupational safety-related impacts.
The ESAP includes action items and identifies data needed to implement these measures. The ESAP identifies feasible and cost-effective management programs and specific mitigation measures expected to reduce potentially adverse impacts to acceptable levels. The ESAP is an integral component of the Ahafo South Project’s overall planning, design, budget, and implementation. As an adaptive management strategy, the plan provides for modifications over time if information shows that changes should be implemented. NGGL recognizes its commitment to restore and improve the livelihood and well-being of Project affected people, households, and communities, such that they are equal to or better than before development of the Project.
The ESAP April 2006 Update presents an overview of key accomplishments which have occurred during this reporting period (September 2005-March 2006) as well as any new actions identified during the period. The specific actions listed in the ESAP will continue to be implemented and updated during all phases of the Ahafo South Project, including construction, operation, and post operational periods.
