Fireside chat / Session 4
15:00
– 15:30 / 17 October 2026
Barbican Suite 2
Beyond the Drill – The Ethical Architect of the New Social Contract
Following the 2025 discussion on "inclusivity", this chat focuses on the role of the "Social Architect" in mining. Using Ireland’s collaborative regulatory and community models as a backdrop, this discussion explores how radical transparency and "digital product passports" can turn sceptical local communities into project partners. The focus is on moving from "managing opposition" to shared value creation, ensuring that the wealth generated from European soil benefits the people living above it