Santacruz Silver Announces Publication of 2025 Sustainability Report for Bolivian Operations
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Santacruz Silver (NASDAQ: SCZM) published its 2025 Sustainability Report for Bolivian subsidiary Sinchi Wayra on May 4, 2026, disclosing ESG performance, investments, and 2026 priorities.
Key facts: US$12.8M invested in environmental management, US$4.2M for water treatment, 24,528 beneficiaries of social programs, and no discharge incidents exceeding permissible limits.
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- US$12.8M invested in environmental management
- US$4.2M allocated to water treatment
- 24,528 people benefited by social initiatives
- No discharge incidents exceeded RMCH permissible quality limits
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- None.
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Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - May 4, 2026) - Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd. (NASDAQ: SCZM) (TSXV: SCZ) ("Santacruz" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the release of the 2025 Sustainability Report (the "Report") for its wholly-owned Bolivian subsidiary, Grupo Minero Sinchi Wayra ("Sinchi Wayra"), which highlights the Company's performance and progress across environmental, social, and governance ("ESG") priorities across its Bolivian operations.
Arturo Préstamo, Executive Chairman and CEO of Santacruz, commented: "The 2025 Sustainability Report for Sinchi Wayra represents a significant step forward in our commitment to building a more sustainable and responsible mining business in Bolivia. It reflects not only our progress, but also how we are embedding transparency, accountability, and strong ESG practices into every aspect of our operations, creating long-term value for both our stakeholders and Santacruz. As the only mining company in Bolivia that is a signatory to the UN Global Compact Network Bolivia, we are committed to leading with integrity and purpose. Over the past five years, our total investment has exceeded US
The Report complies with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and references the 2021 Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards. It presents the Company's ESG approach and outlines its activities in responsible operations, sustainable growth, and stakeholder engagement. The Report for Sinchi Wayra is available on Santacruz's website at www.santacruzsilver.com.
Key 2025 ESG Highlights
Environmental:
Santacruz reported an investment exceeding US
The Company allocated more than US
Social:
Over the past year, Santacruz allocated more than US
Production development, where US
Education, where US
Traditions and social activities, where US
Community support, where US
Governance:
Throughout 2025, Santacruz strengthened its governance framework by enhancing due diligence, reinforcing human rights commitments, and advancing corporate risk management, supported by a systematic assessment of environmental, social, and financial risks.
This approach is guided by three core values: Safety First, Responsibility in Action, and Innovation for the Future. Under Safety First, risk prevention and control were reinforced through targeted training, behavioral supervision, and visible leadership, strengthening oversight and internal controls. Under Responsibility in Action, relationships with neighboring communities were strengthened through initiatives that promote economic and social development. Under Innovation for the Future, the integration of double materiality and ESG criteria into corporate strategy was further consolidated. This process, aligned with International Financial Reporting Standards IFRS S1, SASB sector guidance for metals and mining, and the GRI 14 standard, enables more precise identification and management of risks and opportunities shaping sustainable performance. These three principles underpin decision-making and support transparency, accountability, and long-term value creation.
2026 ESG Priorities
This year, the Company has expanded on the momentum achieved in 2025 by further advancing its sustainability efforts, strengthening community partnerships, and managing resources responsibly in Bolivia. It continues to prioritize initiatives that support education, youth development, and family well-being, while maintaining a strong commitment to ethical sourcing, workplace safety, and active engagement with stakeholders.
To support this continued progress, Santacruz has defined a set of system maturity milestones for the 2026 reporting period, which includes:
- Integrate enhancements from the Risk Management Policy into the Corporate Governance framework.
- Establish a fully integrated and formally documented corporate and financial risk management process.
- Develop a comprehensive corporate risk control strategy, supported by a clear action plan for opportunity management.
About Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd.
Santacruz Silver is engaged in the operation, acquisition, exploration, and development of mineral properties across Latin America. In Bolivia, the Company operates the Bolivar, Porco, and Caballo Blanco mining complexes, with Caballo Blanco comprising the Tres Amigos and Colquechaquita mines. The Reserva mine, whose production is provided to the San Lucas ore sourcing and trading business, is also located in Bolivia. Additionally, the Company oversees the Soracaya exploration project. In Mexico, Santacruz operates the Zimapan mine.
'signed'
Arturo Préstamo Elizondo,
Executive Chairman and CEO
For further information, please contact:
Arturo Préstamo
Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd.
Email: info@santacruzsilver.com
Telephone: +52 81 83 785707
Andrés Bedregal
Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd.
Email: info@santacruzsilver.com
Telephone: +591 22444849
Eduardo Torrecillas
Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd.
Email: info@santacruzsilver.com
Telephone: +591 22444849
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Forward-Looking Information
This news release includes certain statements and information that may constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking statements relate to future events or future performance and reflect the expectations or beliefs of management of the Company regarding future events. Generally, forward-looking statements and information can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "intends", "expects" or "anticipates", or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "should", "would" or will "potentially" or "likely" occur.
These forward-looking statements involve numerous risks and uncertainties and actual results might differ materially from results suggested in any forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, among other things, risks related to changes in general economic, business and political conditions, including changes in the financial markets, changes in applicable laws, and compliance with extensive government regulation, as well as those risk factors discussed or referred to in the Company's disclosure documents filed with the securities regulatory authorities in certain provinces of Canada and available at www.sedarplus.ca.
In making the forward-looking statements in this news release, the Company has applied several material assumptions, including without limitation, the assumption that the Company's capital investments will result in reduced costs and enhanced metallurgical recovery.
There can be no assurance that any forward-looking information will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, the reader should not place any undue reliance on forward-looking information or statements. The Company undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking information or statements, other than as required by applicable law.
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