Alison Bell Ashley, Author at SOOP Strategies

Writing a Successful Sustainability Report: Behind the Facts and Figures

Sustainability reports have become essential tools companies use to communicate their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) efforts to stakeholders. While a sustainability report contains important data and facts, it’s vital that it also engages readers in more subtle ways that will keep them turning the page and wanting to know more. Too often we read […]

November 18, 2024

Reflections on PDAC 2024

I’ve been in mining for 24 years. That sounds weird to me because, technically, that could be defined as a “long time”. But it doesn’t feel so long. Except when I attend PDAC. Then I see how much has really changed over the years. From business convention to friendly reunion This was my tenth year […]

May 17, 2024

GRI 14: Mining Sector 2024 – A Quick Overview

GRI published a new Standard last week, specifically for the extractives sector: GRI 14: Mining Sector 2024. Here, we give a quick overview of the new Standard including when it takes effect, and what it means for your sustainability reporting. Q: When does this Standard take effect? A: This new Standard takes effect on January […]

February 12, 2024

Preparing for the Sustainability Reporting Season

It’s that time again. At many companies, the (sometimes painful) process of sustainability reporting is about to begin, if it hasn’t already. To make this process as smooth as possible, it is wise to get your “house” in order; to identify your wants and needs for this reporting year and decide on the key messages […]

November 16, 2023

Question: “Is ESG a woke scam?”

In a recent conversation with Sabrina Dias, SOOP’s Founder and CEO, she brought up an interesting viewpoint that has been rumbling around out there for a while now: namely, that ESG (environmental, social and governance issues) in the mining industry is nothing more than a scam perpetrated by environmentalists and left-wing groups to garner interest in their political […]

October 20, 2023

What is an ESG Assessment?

Last week, SOOP Strategies’ Sabrina Dias and Avi Inbar headed to Colorado Springs to deliver their Keynote Presentation at the 35th Gold Forum Americas. The Denver Gold Group (that hosts the Forums) commissioned SOOP to undertake an ESG Needs Assessment to identify key areas that would benefit from a focus on ESG. Sabrina provided an […]

September 25, 2023

Is There Gold in Computers and Cell Phones?

Is there really gold in computers and cell phones? There sure is. When we think of gold, many of us picture gold jewelry. And maybe gold bullion. Period. But the reality is that gold is used in many everyday objects all around us including computers and cell phones. The reason gold is used in your […]

September 15, 2023

How is Gold Used in Aircraft?

— and the Ever-Increasing Need for it The end of August is when the Canadian National Exhibition fair (also known as the CNE or the Ex) comes to Toronto at the Exhibition grounds bordering Lake Ontario. The fair signals the unofficial big and noisy end to the lazy fun-filled days of summer. It’s a rite […]

September 12, 2023

Meet SOOP Strategies team member Avi Inbar, VP Business Development

Q: How did your path lead you to SOOP Strategies?  A: My path was long and winding, but after years in security I was looking for something more meaningful. Following that, early on in my journey of discovery I met Sabrina, we connected and remained in touch for several years until an opportunity presented itself […]

August 24, 2023

Meet SOOP Strategies Team Member, Norma Vazquez, Principal – Stakeholder Engagement

Q: How did your path lead you to SOOP Strategies?  A: I moved to Toronto in the summer of 2014 and met Sabrina while starting to build my professional network. We connected immediately, both professionally and personally, and I think it was in 2016 that I joined her consultancy group and the fun started. Q: […]

August 10, 2023

Meet Sabrina Dias, SOOP Strategies Founder and CEO

Q: How did your path lead you to SOOP Strategies? A: I suppose my mom planted the seed in my brain early. She said when I was a teenager, “Hunny, the best thing you can do is work for yourself.” So it was always in the back of my mind that I would one day […]

August 3, 2023