A coalition of global investors managing $18 trillion in assets has called for the creation of an International Minerals Agency (IMA) — a new body modeled after the International Energy Agency (IEA) — to oversee mineral supply chains and sustainability standards worldwide.
The proposal, unveiled in São Paulo by the Global Investor Commission on Mining 2030, includes heavyweights such as PIMCO, ING, Allianz, L&G, Royal London Asset Management, and the Church of England Pension Fund.
💡 Why This Matters
The IMA would:
🔹 Monitor global supply, demand, and illegal mineral flows
🔹 Track companies’ progress toward sustainability benchmarks
🔹 Provide transparent data for governments, investors, and regulators
As Peter Kindt of ING said:
“Unlocking value in mining means promoting sustainability and improving public trust — that requires collaboration and global oversight.”
⚙️ A Turning Point for Mining
With demand for critical minerals (lithium, cobalt, nickel, rare earths) accelerating under the clean-energy transition, investors are recognizing that sustainability risk = financial risk.
The call for an IMA reflects a broader shift:
- From fragmented ESG disclosure → to standardized accountability
- From short-term extraction → to long-term stewardship
🔹 Closing Thought
This is not just an ESG proposal — it’s a governance revolution.
A transparent, data-driven minerals agency could redefine how markets price sustainability, trust, and long-term value in the mining sector.
The message from global investors is clear:
Responsible mining isn’t optional — it’s the foundation of the next decade’s growth.