Isaac Tandoh and Issifu Seidu
Ghana’s Minerals Commission has held high-level discussions with the Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability, Issifu Seidu, to strengthen collaboration on integrating climate responsibility into the country’s mining sector.
The meeting, hosted by the Commission’s Chief Executive Officer, Isaac Tandoh, focused on aligning mining activities with Ghana’s broader climate and sustainability agenda, amid growing global emphasis on responsible resource development.
Both sides underscored the need for stronger coordination among state institutions to ensure that mineral extraction remains environmentally responsible, socially inclusive, and economically beneficial.
The Minerals Commission highlighted its role as regulator in embedding sustainability across the mining value chain, noting that its mandate extends beyond licensing to enforcing environmental stewardship, responsible land use, and climate-conscious practices from exploration through to mine closure.
The Commission said it continues to require mining companies to adopt best practices in environmental management, including emissions reduction, biodiversity protection, and land reclamation, while working with other agencies to strengthen compliance and safeguard water resources and forest reserves.
Discussions also emphasized the use of innovation and data-driven systems to improve monitoring and ensure measurable outcomes, as well as encouraging companies to align with global Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) standards.
Officials reaffirmed that sustainability is central to the long-term viability of Ghana’s mining sector and pledged continued collaboration to ensure the country’s mineral resources contribute to economic growth while supporting climate resilience and environmental protection.
