Chilean Cobalt Corp. Announces Inaugural Digbee ESG Rating, Highlighting Commitment To Sustainable Practices
Chilean Cobalt Corp. (OTCQB:COBA) has received its first Digbee ESG rating of BB for both corporate and project performance, demonstrating its commitment to sustainable practices. The rating, awarded by independent sustainability experts, indicates meaningful integration of ESG principles into the company's strategy and operations.
The assessment evaluated various factors including biodiversity, water stewardship, community engagement, and governance at the company's La Cobaltera project. Key highlights include brownfield redevelopment initiatives, infrastructure optimization, and the exploration of innovative technologies like bioleaching and AI-assisted exploration to reduce environmental impact.
The company views this rating as a baseline for future improvements and has committed to conducting an IRMA self-assessment to further strengthen its ESG capabilities.
Chilean Cobalt Corp. (OTCQB:COBA) ha ottenuto la sua prima valutazione Digbee ESG di BB sia per le performance aziendali sia per quelle di progetto, confermando l'impegno verso pratiche sostenibili. La valutazione, rilasciata da esperti indipendenti in sostenibilità, segnala un'integrazione sostanziale dei principi ESG nella strategia e nelle operazioni della società.
L'analisi ha considerato diversi aspetti, tra cui biodiversità, gestione delle risorse idriche, coinvolgimento delle comunità e governance presso il progetto La Cobaltera. Tra i punti salienti figurano iniziative di riqualificazione di aree brownfield, ottimizzazione delle infrastrutture e la sperimentazione di tecnologie innovative come la biolisciviazione e l'esplorazione assistita dall'IA per ridurre l'impatto ambientale.
L'azienda interpreta questo rating come un punto di partenza per ulteriori miglioramenti e si è impegnata a svolgere un'auto-valutazione secondo lo standard IRMA per rafforzare le proprie capacità ESG.
Chilean Cobalt Corp. (OTCQB:COBA) ha recibido su primera calificación Digbee ESG de BB tanto en desempeño corporativo como en de proyecto, demostrando su compromiso con prácticas sostenibles. La calificación, otorgada por expertos independientes en sostenibilidad, indica una integración significativa de los principios ESG en la estrategia y las operaciones de la compañía.
La evaluación consideró diversos factores, incluidos biodiversidad, gestión del agua, participación comunitaria y gobierno corporativo en el proyecto La Cobaltera. Entre los aspectos destacados están iniciativas de regeneración de brownfields, optimización de infraestructura y la exploración de tecnologías innovadoras como la bio-lixiviación y la exploración asistida por IA para reducir el impacto ambiental.
La empresa considera esta calificación como una base para futuras mejoras y se ha comprometido a realizar una autoevaluación IRMA para fortalecer aún más sus capacidades ESG.
Chilean Cobalt Corp. (OTCQB:COBA)는 기업 및 프로젝트 성과 모두에 대해 최초의 Digbee ESG 등급 BB를 받았으며, 이는 지속 가능한 관행에 대한 의지를 보여줍니다. 독립적인 지속가능성 전문가들이 부여한 이 평가는 회사의 전략과 운영에 ESG 원칙이 의미 있게 통합되었음을 나타냅니다.
평가는 생물다양성, 수자원 관리, 지역사회 참여 및 거버넌스 등 La Cobaltera 프로젝트의 여러 요소를 검토했습니다. 주요 내용으로는 브라운필드 재개발, 인프라 최적화, 환경 영향을 줄이기 위한 바이오리칭(생물학적 침출) 및 AI 지원 탐사와 같은 혁신 기술의 도입 검토가 포함됩니다.
회사는 이 등급을 향후 개선을 위한 출발점으로 보고 있으며, ESG 역량 강화를 위해 IRMA 자기평가를 수행하겠다는 약속을 했습니다.
Chilean Cobalt Corp. (OTCQB:COBA) a reçu sa première note Digbee ESG de BB pour la performance tant corporative que projet, démontrant son engagement en faveur de pratiques durables. La notation, attribuée par des experts indépendants en durabilité, indique une intégration significative des principes ESG dans la stratégie et les opérations de l'entreprise.
L'évaluation a pris en compte divers facteurs, notamment la biodiversité, la gestion de l'eau, l'engagement communautaire et la gouvernance du projet La Cobaltera. Parmi les points saillants figurent des initiatives de réhabilitation de friches industrielles, l'optimisation des infrastructures et l'exploration de technologies innovantes telles que le bio-lixiviation et l'exploration assistée par IA pour réduire l'impact environnemental.
L'entreprise considère cette note comme une base pour de futures améliorations et s'est engagée à réaliser une auto-évaluation IRMA afin de renforcer davantage ses capacités ESG.
Chilean Cobalt Corp. (OTCQB:COBA) hat seine erste Digbee ESG-Bewertung von BB sowohl für die Unternehmens- als auch die Projektleistung erhalten, was das Bekenntnis zu nachhaltigen Praktiken unterstreicht. Die Bewertung, vergeben von unabhängigen Nachhaltigkeitsexperten, weist auf eine bedeutende Integration von ESG-Prinzipien in Strategie und Betrieb des Unternehmens hin.
Die Analyse bewertete verschiedene Faktoren wie Biodiversität, Wassermanagement, Einbindung der Gemeinden und Governance beim La Cobaltera-Projekt. Zu den wichtigsten Punkten zählen die Revitalisierung von Brownfields, Infrastrukturoptimierung und die Erkundung innovativer Technologien wie Bioleaching und KI-gestützte Exploration zur Verringerung der Umweltbelastung.
Das Unternehmen betrachtet diese Bewertung als Ausgangsbasis für künftige Verbesserungen und hat sich verpflichtet, eine IRMA-Selbstbewertung durchzuführen, um seine ESG-Fähigkeiten weiter zu stärken.
- Received BB rating from Digbee, indicating meaningful ESG integration
- Brownfield redevelopment approach reduces environmental impact
- Implementing innovative technologies like bioleaching and AI-assisted exploration
- Board includes diverse expertise in sustainability and mining
- Commitment to IRMA self-assessment shows dedication to improvement
- Initial BB rating indicates room for improvement to reach higher ESG standards
- ESG Management Plan still in development, not yet fully implemented
BERWYN, PA / ACCESS Newswire / September 10, 2025 / Chilean Cobalt Corp. (OTCQB:COBA) ("Chilean Cobalt" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that an independent panel of globally recognized sustainability experts from Digbee has awarded it an inaugural overall rating of BB for both its corporate and project performance, signifying its strong commitment to sustainable Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices.
A BB rating signals that Chilean Cobalt has taken meaningful steps to embed ESG into its strategy and operations, and that its governance, stakeholder engagement, and environmental planning are aligned with leading global sustainability frameworks. According to Digbee's framework, ratings from BB to AAA recognize present positives and opportunities for improvement, while lower ratings reflect current risks or gaps.
This milestone reflects Chilean Cobalt's commitment to responsible development, transparent reporting, independent verification, and continuous improvement. The rating provides a credible, third-party baseline from which the Company will continue to strengthen its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance.
At Chilean Cobalt, responsibility is treated not merely as a principle, but as a practice. This independent assessment affirms a strong commitment to identifying and mitigating ESG risks. Through thoughtful, transparent action, the Company is dedicated to building long-term value for stakeholders. This rating is seen as a starting point rather than a finish line, with continued efforts planned to strengthen ESG initiatives.
Digbee's assessment methodology evaluates a comprehensive range of globally-aligned ESG factors, such as biodiversity, water stewardship, community engagement, governance, and infrastructure reuse. It considers both the asset's context and the effectiveness of management actions. The platform is endorsed by leading global financiers and designed to support future-looking risk mitigation strategies.
Chilean Cobalt's submission included detailed disclosures on:
Brownfield redevelopment of the historic La Cobaltera project and broader San Juan district
Infrastructure proximity and low-impact exploration planning
Stakeholder engagement and community alignment
Governance practices and Board oversight of ESG risks
The Company's Board and Management Team are committed to integrating ESG considerations into strategic decision-making and operational execution. Chilean Cobalt will use the Digbee rating to guide future improvements, track progress, and communicate transparently with investors and stakeholders.
Key Highlights from the Digbee ESG Assessment:
Governance & Strategy: ESG is embedded in company strategy, supported by a Board with diverse expertise in sustainability, government relations, mining, and finance. A formal ESG Management Plan is in development, informed by frameworks established by Digbee and the Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA).
Environmental Stewardship: The La Cobaltera project benefits from brownfield redevelopment and existing infrastructure.
Innovation & Risk Mitigation: The Company is exploring bioleaching of legacy tailings and Artificial Intelligence (AI)-assisted exploration to reduce environmental footprint and improve targeting.
Transparency & Continuous Improvement: Chilean Cobalt has committed to an IRMA self-assessment and is using the Digbee rating to guide future ESG capability development.
"Copper and cobalt supply chains are increasingly being differentiated by their ability to prove responsibility and resilience," according to Digbee CEO & Founder Jamie Strauss. "Chilean Cobalt's commitment to independent verification through Digbee not only strengthens efficiency within its operations but also builds the trust that stakeholders - from local communities, offtake providers to global investors - are demanding. This step demonstrates that responsible mining is no longer optional; it is a strategic advantage that sets leaders apart in critical mineral supply chains."
To read the full report, please visit https://digbee.com/organisation/chilean-cobalt-corp/overview
About Chilean Cobalt Corp.
Chilean Cobalt Corp. is a US-based and US-listed critical minerals exploration and development company focused on the La Cobaltera cobalt-copper project in northern Chile, one of the world's few primary cobalt districts. Chilean Cobalt is committed to creating ecological and social value for all stakeholders; economic value for Chile and the Chilean communities in which it operates; and financial value for its shareholders.
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This news release contains statements that involve expectations, plans or intentions (such as those relating to future business or financial results) and other factors discussed from time to time in the Company's Securities and Exchange Commission filings. These statements are forward-looking and are subject to risks and uncertainties, so actual results may vary materially. You can identify these forward-looking statements by words such as "may," "should," "expect," "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "intend," "plan" and other similar expressions. Examples of forward-looking statements, include, among others, statements the Company makes regarding its management's ability to integrate ESG considerations into strategic decision-making and operational execution, its ability to responsibly redevelop, including the ability to establish "Proven" or "Probable" Reserves, as defined by the SEC under Industry Guide 7, through the completion of a Definitive Feasibility Study for the minerals that the Company seeks to produce and the inherent risks of mining, exploration, development, and processing operations that may negatively impact the business. Our actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of certain factors not within the control of the Company. The Company cautions readers not to place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made. The Company disclaims any obligation subsequently to revise any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of such statements or to reflect the occurrence of anticipated or unanticipated events
CONTACTS:
Chilean Cobalt Corp.
Duncan T. Blount
Chairman & CEO
Duncan.Blount@chileancobaltcorp.com
SOURCE: Chilean Cobalt Corp.
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