Silvana Costa
Chief Sustainability Officer @Orla Mining Ltd
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WORK HISTORY
Chief Sustainability Officer @Orla Mining Ltd
Vancouver, BC, CA
Member of senior executive team accountable for Sustainability, People and External Affairs
EDUCATION
Norman B. Keevil Institute of Mining Engineering
PhD, Mining Engineering
Universidade Federal da Bahia
Bachelors, Architecture and Urbanism
University of Calgary
Master's degree, Environmental Design - Planning
SKILLS
ABOUT SILVANA COSTA
PROFILE AND ACCOMPLISHMENTSLeader in sustainability in the global mining industry. Lifelong learner with a 20+ years career spanning Architecture, Environmental/Community Planning and Sustainability. Broad experience including academia, consulting, government, and executive industry roles. President of a not-for-profit society.Leading the development of strategy, governance mechanisms, ESG performance improvement and transparency in mining. Frequent speaker with multicultural experience in several countries and proficiency in four languages.2024 WIM 100 - Global 100 Inspiring Women in Mining by WIM UK2022 AME BC Robert R. Hedley Award for Excellence in Social and Environmental Responsibility Finalist, Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards 2021Certified Qualified Board Director - Corporate Directors InternationalRESPONSIBILITIES AND EXPERIENCESSubject Matter Expertise: • sustainability strategy, risk/performance/reporting• Sustainable development • Indigenous relations• Stakeholder engagement• Human Rights due diligence • Talent Management• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion • Corporate communications• Enterprise Risk Management• Crisis management and leadershipMulticultural Experience:• Work experience in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Panama, Peru, Chile, Mexico, and USA• Fluent in Portuguese and Spanish, intermediate FrenchMy Purpose: I am passionate about reshaping how the world sees mining: a powerful force for social good, community resilience, and truly sustainable progress.My Mission: To drive the ethical and sustainable development of mineral resources by building genuine partnerships with Indigenous Peoples and local communities — delivering shareholder value while prioritising cultural respect, Reconciliation, and tangible improvements in health, opportunity, and quality of life.Highlights of my Experience: Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability Strategy and Governance, Community and Indigenous Engagement, Integrated Mine Closure Planning, Corporate Policy Development and Implementation, Social Management Systems Development and Implementation, Land Access Processes, Strategic Planning, Sustainability Reporting and ESG Disclosures Strategy, ESG Risk Management and Communications, Human Rights and Security Protocols, Environmental Management, Management Systems, Permitting and Compliance.
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