The Let's Go Congo Protocol is a set of environmental safe and sustainable standards that promote responsible mining practices in Congo. The protocol is designed to prioritize the well-being of local communities and the environment, while generating economic benefits for all stakeholders. The Let's Go Congo Foundation will use the protocol to create carbon credits and qualify for the official Let's Go Congo watermarks.

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Section 1: Environmental Standards

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The Let's Go Congo Protocol requires that mining companies in Congo adhere to strict environmental standards. These include:

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1.1. Using environmentally friendly techniques: Mining companies must use techniques that minimize harm to the environment, including water conservation, reforestation, and responsible waste disposal.

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1.2. Reducing the carbon footprint: Mining companies must implement measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, such as the use of renewable energy and the reduction of transport-related emissions.

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1.3. Conserving natural resources: Mining companies must take steps to conserve natural resources, including water, energy, and other minerals.

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Section 2: Social Standards

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The Let's Go Congo Protocol requires that mining companies in Congo adhere to strict social standards. These include:

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2.1. Respecting human rights: Mining companies must respect human rights and ensure that their operations do not harm local communities or violate their rights.

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2.2. Supporting local economic development: Mining companies must support local economic development by creating job opportunities, promoting education, and investing in community infrastructure.

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2.3. Building relationships with local communities: Mining companies must build positive relationships with local communities, including working with them to identify their needs and concerns.

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Section 3: Traceability Standards

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The Let's Go Congo Protocol requires that mining companies in Congo adhere to strict traceability standards. These include:

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3.1. Tracking of minerals: Mining companies must track the minerals they produce from the mine to the EV marketplace, ensuring that they are responsibly sourced.

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3.2. Use of technology: Mining companies must use technology, such as blockchain and GPS, to create a traceable and transparent supply chain.

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3.3. Verification and certification: The Let's Go Congo Foundation will verify and certify mining companies that adhere to the traceability standards in the Let's Go Congo Protocol.

 

The Let's Go Congo Protocol is a set of environmental safe and sustainable standards that promote responsible mining practices in Congo. By adhering to the standards in the protocol, mining companies can generate economic benefits for local communities and the environment, while meeting the needs of the growing EV marketplace. The Let's Go Congo Foundation will use the protocol to create carbon credits and qualify mining companies for the official Let's Go Congo watermarks, providing an additional level of transparency and accountability in the supply chain.