Sustainability & ESG

Togole ToWaragat Group is committed to sustainable development through environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and ethical governance.

"For the People, By the People"

This principle is the foundation of our corporate identity and guides all operational and strategic decisions.

Local Empowerment

Prioritizing the employment, training, and advancement of PNG nationals to build a skilled local workforce and leadership base.

In-Country Value Addition

Developing downstream processing and support industries to ensure that the economic benefits of PNG's resources are maximized within the country.

Community Partnership

Engaging with landowners and local communities as genuine partners, ensuring they share in the benefits of resource development through equity and structured arrangements.

Sustainable Development

Executing all projects to the highest environmental and social standards to ensure lasting positive impacts for future generations.

ESG Framework

Environmental

  • Minimize environmental disturbance through careful planning and site management
  • Best practice waste management and pollution prevention protocols
  • Site restoration to original condition post-exploration
  • Environmental impact assessments for all major activities

Social

  • Transparent community engagement at all stages of project development
  • Local employment and business opportunities prioritized at every project
  • Community development, infrastructure support, and benefit-sharing
  • Respect for indigenous rights, culture, and heritage in all operations

Governance

  • Full compliance with PNG Companies Act 1997 and all relevant legislation
  • International best practice governance and reporting standards
  • Transparent stakeholder communication and independent oversight
  • Highest ethical conduct, accountability, and anti-corruption standards

Corporate Social Responsibility

Togole ToWaragat Group believes that long-term business success is inextricably linked to the well-being of the communities in which we operate. Our commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is embedded in our core philosophy and manifested through concrete initiatives.

Community Engagement

  • Direct community equity participation in all major projects
  • Transparent stakeholder communication and consultation
  • Benefit-sharing arrangements aligned with community priorities
  • Respect for indigenous rights and cultural heritage

Development Investment

  • Investment in local health and education infrastructure
  • Prioritization of local businesses in supply chain
  • Employment and skills development for PNG nationals
  • Support for local entrepreneurship and business development

Sustainability Goals

1

Alignment with PNG Vision 2050

All projects aligned with national development priorities, ensuring sustainable economic growth and social progress.

2

Environmental Stewardship

Minimize environmental impact through best practice management, restoration, and long-term site rehabilitation.

3

Social License to Operate

Build and maintain strong relationships with communities through transparent engagement and genuine partnership.

4

Ethical Governance

Maintain highest standards of corporate governance, transparency, and accountability in all operations.

Our Commitment

Togole ToWaragat Group is committed to building a sustainable future for Papua New Guinea through responsible resource development, genuine community partnership, and ethical governance. We believe that economic success and social responsibility are not mutually exclusive—they are interdependent and essential for long-term value creation.