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Wheaton Precious Metals Releases 2025 Sustainability Report

Wheaton Precious Metals™ Corp. has officially unveiled its much-anticipated 2025 Sustainability Report, showcasing the company's unwavering commitment to sustainable practices and responsible mining.

The report serves as an essential progress update, detailing how sustainability is intertwined with Wheaton's decision-making processes. Haytham Hodaly, the President and CEO of Wheaton said, "Sustainability considerations are embedded in our decision-making process and integral to how Wheaton evaluates opportunities, manages risk, and builds resilience." This declaration not only emphasizes the importance of sustainability to the company but also illustrates how it affects the broader community and stakeholders involved.

Key Highlights of the 2025 Sustainability Report

1. Recognition for Sustainability Excellence: Wheaton has been acknowledged by Corporate Knights as one of the Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations and named among Canada's Best 50 Corporate Citizens. This recognition is a testament to Wheaton's commitment to maintaining high environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards.

2. Strong ESG Performance: The report indicates that Wheaton has sustained an impressive ESG performance with an MSCI AAA rating and ISS ESG Prime status, alongside leading ranks in Sustainalytics assessments. These accolades confirm Wheaton's position as a leader in environmentally sustainable operations.

3. Innovative Approaches in Mining: Wheaton has been advancing innovation through initiatives like the Future of Mining Challenge, which aims to adopt sustainable technologies that lessen environmental impact. To support this endeavor, the company has so far awarded $1 million to two innovative firms focused on reducing mining's environmental footprint.

4. Community Investments: The report highlights a significant commitment to community investment, demonstrating their social responsibility. In 2025, Wheaton contributed $9.4 million across over 150 initiatives, significantly aiding local communities and environmental programs. Since its inception, the company has donated over $62 million towards various social and environmental initiatives.

5. Focus on Emissions Reduction: An essential part of Wheaton’s strategy has been the dedication to reducing financed emissions. The report states that 71% of the projected Scope 3 financed emissions by 2024 fall under emissions reduction targets that align with not exceeding a 2°C temperature rise, reflecting Wheaton’s vigorous approach towards climate change mitigation.

6. Commitment to Tailings Management: Impressively, 95% of Wheaton’s attributable production in 2025 is committed to the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management, which reflects rigorous oversight and adherence to high safety standards.

7. Monitoring and Performance: Wheaton is steadfast in monitoring its sustainability performance, ensuring consistent evaluations of social and environmental indicators across its portfolio of high-quality assets.

Framework and Standards

The preparation of Wheaton's Sustainability Report is guided by various recognized frameworks, including the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) standards, and the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) framework. This robust approach underscores Wheaton's commitment to transparency, governance, and sustainability.

About Wheaton Precious Metals Corp.

Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. stands at the forefront of the precious metals streaming sector. Committed to responsible mining practices, Wheaton engages with mining companies through strategic streaming agreements, helping secure a portion of future precious metals production. With shares traded on major exchanges, including the Toronto Stock Exchange, the New York Stock Exchange, and the London Stock Exchange, Wheaton is dedicated to generating long-term value for its shareholders while sustaining necessary resource production for society.

For more in-depth information regarding Wheaton Precious Metals and access to the full report, please visit their official website. Wheaton continues to cement its reputation as a leader in sustainability while aligning its operations with the larger objectives of society, industry, and the environment.