Sustainability

Guided by values. Grounded in impact.

Our Sustainability Approach

SQMi plays a key role on the global stage in the extraction and processing of lithium.

Sustainability is a core value of SQMi and is integrated into all that we do including our governance, decision-making processes, business strategy, and risk mitigation platforms.

Our approach reflects the responsibility of producing critical minerals in a manner that protects the environment, respects human rights and contributes positively to the communities in which we operate.

A double materiality assessment based on consultation with representatives from our key stakeholder groups has refined the key areas of focus for our sustainability strategy.

The strategy focuses on responsible environmental stewardship, climate action, indigenous peoples and communities, responsible supply chains, people and culture, health and safety, and strong governance. Together these priorities support the responsible development of lithium resources and are implemented through our systems, culture and leadership.

We promote lithium as a critical enabler of clean energy technologies —supporting electromobility, battery storage and the global energy transition— while operating responsibly, efficiently and sustainably in line with international standards.

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