The Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) at Universitas Gadjah Mada, through the Institute of International Studies (IIS), in collaboration with the University of Essex, United Kingdom, is hosting the Networking Conference on Climate Geopolitics and Sustainable Mining Governance on Wednesday (3/9) at the FISIPOL Dean’s Meeting Room.
The two-day international conference, held on September 3–4, 2025, brings together around 12 academics and practitioners from various countries, including the United Kingdom, Australia, and South Africa. The participants engage in intensive discussions on sustainable mining governance amid the dynamics of global climate geopolitics.
The first day features four discussion sessions. Session I explores Geopolitical Shifts, Mineral Resources Trade, and Diplomacy, led by Dr. Luqman Hakim. Session II focuses on Environmental Risk Assessment and Sustainable Mining Governance with Prof. Poppy S. Winanti. This is followed by Session III on Governance of Natural Resources and the Unequal Distribution of Mining-Related Risks led by Dr. Alexandra Hennessy. The day concludes with Session IV, featuring virtual presentations from Dr. Patrick Schroeder (Chatham House) and Dr. Godswill Agbaitoro (University of Essex), moderated by Prof. Poppy S. Winanti.
The conference continues on Thursday (4/9) with the theme Green Energy Investments and Mineral Resource Partnerships. The discussions are expected to produce follow-up steps that will not only strengthen academic collaboration but also provide policy recommendations for more sustainable mining governance.
By addressing these critical themes, the conference aligns with the global commitment to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), and SDG 13 (Climate Action). The event serves as a global platform for collaboration to ensure that mineral resource utilization is equitable, environmentally responsible, and supportive of the green energy transition.