Santacruz Silver Details $12.8M Environmental, $1.4M Social Investments in 2025 Report
Santacruz Silver invested US$12.8 million in environmental management and US$4.2 million in water treatment in its 2025 Sustainability Report for Bolivian subsidiary Sinchi Wayra. Social spending exceeded US$1.4 million, benefiting over 24,500 people through education, infrastructure and cultural programs, while governance enhancements will guide 2026 risk management.
1. 2025 Sustainability Report Release
Santacruz Silver published its 2025 Sustainability Report for Bolivian subsidiary Sinchi Wayra, complying with IFRS and GRI standards. The company highlights over US$8.55 million invested in ESG initiatives over five years and its unique status as a UN Global Compact signatory in Bolivia.
2. Environmental Investment Details
The report shows US$12.8 million allocated to environmental management, including water use optimization and energy efficiency improvements. A further US$4.2 million was dedicated to water treatment, with no discharge incidents exceeding quality limits or regulatory sanctions recorded.
3. Social Initiatives Breakdown
Social funding surpassed US$1.4 million, supporting 24,528 people: US$761,000 on production development benefiting 2,331 individuals; US$508,600 on education aiding 4,085; US$66,600 on cultural activities for 15,750; and US$36,500 on community infrastructure improvements for 2,362.
4. Governance Framework and 2026 Priorities
Santacruz strengthened due diligence, human rights commitments and risk management under core values of Safety First, Responsibility in Action and Innovation for the Future. For 2026, the company plans to integrate enhanced risk policies, document corporate financial risk processes and develop a formal risk control strategy.