The Minister of Energy and Environment, Jimena Latorre, emphasized the importance of turning mining in Mendoza into a "state policy" with a long-term vision. Latorre highlighted that the development of this industry has been possible thanks to the collaboration between the public, private, and academic sectors in the region.
During the Mendoza Mines & Wines event, organized by Impulsa Mendoza, relevant topics for the sector were discussed. Experts like Dean McPherson, head of global mining for the Toronto Stock Exchange, and Guillaume Légaré, responsible for South America at the same entity, shared their knowledge on financing and market quotations.
Minister Latorre mentioned that the push for developing sustainable mining has received strong support from both the Government of Mendoza and local business leaders and academic entities. This collaboration has opened the door to consider mining as a sustained policy over time.
The presentations by experts from the Toronto Stock Exchange have allowed Mendoza to adopt international practices in sustainability and transparency in mining processes. Furthermore, the importance of familiarizing with the financial tools available in the international mining markets was highlighted.
Key topics were discussed during the day, such as the outlook for the copper market, the sustainability initiatives of leading companies, the role of banks in mining development, and the contribution of local capital market actors. This exchange of knowledge facilitates understanding of capital markets and their relevance in financing mining projects.
This event is part of the preparation for the Sustainable Mining Summit that will be held in Mendoza, a space that promises to strengthen local capacities in seeking financing and international projection in the mining field. Minister Latorre emphasized the importance of maintaining this state policy over time, highlighting the relevance of consensus on this matter. In this synergy, she underscored the significance of financing for the development of the mining industry.
