Environmental

Social

and Governance (ESG) factors have increasingly become a critical consideration in the mining sector

especially during the mineral exploration phase. This paper examines the integration of ESG principles in mineral exploration

highlighting challenges

opportunities

and best practices. The discussion will focus on how incorporating ESG can help align mineral exploration projects with sustainable development goals (SDGs)

mitigate risks

and improve stakeholder engagement. Furthermore

this paper provides empirical data and visual indicators

including five detailed tables

that present trends and initiatives in ESG integration in the mining sector.