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Claigan Webinar on Minerals Due Diligence in 2026

On August 27, 2026, Claigan Environmental Inc. will host an essential webinar aimed at shedding light on recent advancements in minerals due diligence. This initiative is pivotal as companies strive to adapt to increasing pressures for ethical supply chain practices. The emphasis on critical minerals is not merely a question of ethical sourcing but also a component of ensuring supply chain resilience amid fluctuating trade dynamics, disrupted routes, and escalating tariffs.

Understanding the Regulatory Landscape

The landscape for minerals due diligence is evolving significantly. Upcoming regulations, particularly the EU Batteries Regulation, will necessitate comprehensive due diligence frameworks. Furthermore, global efforts to combat forced labor are intensifying, which will have direct implications for market access and continuity of business operations. Recent updates to the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) illustrate these shifts, with the inclusion of critical raw materials such as aluminum and major gold suppliers on the Entity List, indicating the growing scrutiny of supply chains linked to forced labor practices.

In tandem with this governmental action, restrictions from China's Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) on local companies collaborating with the Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) complicate normal supply chain tracing and mineral compliance protocols on a global scale. These developments are critical for organizations that must navigate the complex interplay of compliance and ethical trade.

Key Webinar Highlights

The upcoming webinar will encompass a range of critical topics designed to equip organizations with knowledge and strategies for compliance in the shifting regulatory landscape:

1. EU Batteries Regulation: Participants will learn about the scope of the regulation and how to ensure compliance. Claigan will provide insights into their data regarding battery minerals and share concrete examples of the associated risks.
2. Critical Minerals: The webinar will explore a risk-based approach to resilience within supply chains, featuring a walkthrough of a high-level risk assessment that companies can perform.
3. Forced Labor Enforcement Developments: Attendees will gain insight into tariff implications from the USTR, new international forced labor regulations (like the EUFLR), updates on the UFLPA Entity list, and response strategies concerning MOFCOM countermeasures.

How to Register

The webinar will take place on August 27, 2026, at two separate time slots: 10 AM and 2 PM EST. Each session will last approximately one hour, followed by a Q&A session allowing participants to engage directly with industry experts.

• - To register for the 10 AM session, click here.
• - For the 2 PM session, click here.

Alternatively, you can find registration details on Claigan’s official website at www.claigan.com/webinars.

About Claigan Environmental

Claigan Environmental is a leader in supply chain compliance, having completed numerous programs focusing on human rights, import bans, and conflict minerals. Claigan provides exceptional services related to smelter RCOI and due diligence for critical minerals, including 3TGs and mica, while identifying high-risk smelters before they infiltrate supply chains. Their commitment to advancing ethics and environmental care in business practices underscores their belief that a streamlined journey leads to more impactful results. Claigan is dedicated to empowering companies to navigate the complexities of mineral sourcing responsibly and ethically.