TSX:G NYSE:GG
VANCOUVER, Dec. 4, 2015 /PRNewswire/ - GOLDCORP INC.
(TSX: G, NYSE: GG) announced today that it has again been
named to the semi-annual re-ranking of the NASDAQ OMX CRD Global
Sustainability Index. This listing ranks Goldcorp as one of
the top 100 companies in the world for its sustainability reporting
and performance. Goldcorp was recognized for taking a leadership
role in measuring, managing and communicating the impacts of its
sustainable development efforts and shared value-creation.
"We continue to embed sustainability throughout Goldcorp and
recognize the importance of strong and transparent social,
environmental and economic performance," said Chuck Jeannes, Goldcorp President and Chief
Executive Officer. "This ranking recognizes our progress
towards our vision of 'Together, Creating Sustainable Value' and
that's incredibly gratifying."
"Sustainability is one of the foundational pillars to how
Goldcorp does business. Our aim is to continue to innovate in this
area, through initiatives such as the implementation of our
Sustainability Excellence Management System," said Brent Bergeron, Goldcorp Executive Vice
President, Corporate Affairs & Sustainability. "To be named
amongst such a prestigious group of companies focused on
sustainability performance is very rewarding."
The NASDAQ OMX CRD Global Sustainability Index (NASDAQ:QCRD) is
an equally weighted equity index that serves as a benchmark for
stocks of companies taking a leadership role in sustainability
performance reporting and are traded on a major US stock
exchange. Companies included voluntarily disclose their
current environmental, social and governance risks as well as their
revenue opportunities and how it will affect future performance.
The Index is evaluated on a semi-annual basis in May and November.
For more information about the NASDAQ OMX CRD Global Sustainability
Index, including detailed eligibility criteria, visit
https://indexes.nasdaqomx.com/.
More information on Goldcorp's social, environmental and
economic performance can be found in the company's annual
sustainability report (http://csr.goldcorp.com/2014/index.php). The
report is published as part of the company's ongoing obligations as
a member of the International Council on Mining and Metals and in
accordance with its commitments under the United Nations' Global
Compact and the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human
Rights.
About Goldcorp
Goldcorp is a leading gold producer focused on responsible
mining practices with safe, low-cost production throughout the
Americas. A portfolio of long-lived, high-quality assets
positions Goldcorp to deliver long-term value.
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward Looking
Statements
This press release contains "forward-looking statements", within
the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation
Reform Act of 1995 Section 21E of the United States Securities
Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, Section 27A of the United States
Securities Act of 1933, as amended and applicable Canadian
securities legislation, concerning the business, operations and
financial performance and condition of Goldcorp Inc. ("Goldcorp").
Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, the
future price of gold, silver, copper, lead and zinc, the estimation
of mineral reserves and resources, the realization of mineral
reserve estimates, the timing and amount of estimated future
production, costs of production, capital expenditures, costs and
timing of the development of new deposits, success of exploration
activities, permitting time lines, hedging practices, currency
exchange rate fluctuations, requirements for additional capital,
government regulation of mining operations, environmental risks,
unanticipated reclamation expenses, timing and possible outcome of
pending litigation, title disputes or claims and limitations on
insurance coverage. Generally, these forward-looking
statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking
terminology such as "plans", "expects", "is expected",
"budget", "scheduled", "estimates", "forecasts", "intends",
"anticipates", "believes" or variations of such words and phrases
or statements that certain actions, events or results "may",
"could", "would", "might" or "will be taken", "occur" or "be
achieved" or the negative connotation thereof.
Forward-looking statements are made based upon certain
assumptions and other important factors that, if untrue, could
cause the actual results, performances or achievements of Goldcorp,
including in respect of the transactions, to be materially
different from future results, performances or achievements
expressed or implied by such statements. Such statements and
information are based on numerous assumptions regarding present and
future business strategies and the environment in which Goldcorp
will operate in the future, including the price of gold,
anticipated costs and ability to achieve goals. In respect of the
forward-looking statement concerning the anticipated timing of
closing of the transactions, Goldcorp has provided it in reliance
on certain assumptions that is believed reasonable at this time,
including assumptions as to the conditions of closing of the
transactions being satisfied in a timely manner. Certain
important factors that could cause actual results, performances or
achievements to differ materially from those in the forward-looking
statements include, among others, the transactions not being
completed as planned, gold price volatility, discrepancies between
actual and estimated production, mineral reserves and resources and
metallurgical recoveries, mining operational and development risks,
litigation risks, regulatory restrictions (including environmental
regulatory restrictions and liability), activities by governmental
authorities (including changes in taxation), currency fluctuations,
the speculative nature of gold exploration, the global economic
climate, dilution, share price volatility, competition, loss of key
employees, additional funding requirements and defective title to
mineral claims or property. Although Goldcorp has attempted
to identify important factors that could cause actual actions,
events or results to differ materially from those described in
forward-looking statements, there may be other factors that cause
actions, events or results not to be as anticipated, estimated or
intended.
Forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown
risks, uncertainties and other important factors that may cause the
actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements of
Goldcorp to be materially different from those expressed or implied
by such forward-looking statements, including but not limited to:
the risk that the transactions will not be completed as planned,
risks related to the integration of acquisitions; risks related to
international operations, including economic and political
instability in foreign jurisdictions in which Goldcorp operates;
risks related to current global financial conditions; risks related
to joint venture operations; actual results of current exploration
activities; environmental risks; future prices of gold, silver,
copper, lead and zinc; possible variations in ore reserves, grade
or recovery rates; mine development and operating risks; accidents,
labour disputes and other risks of the mining industry; delays in
obtaining governmental approvals or financing or in the completion
of development or construction activities; risks related to
indebtedness and the service of such indebtedness, as well as those
factors discussed in the section entitled "Description of the
Business – Risk Factors" in Goldcorp's annual information form for
the year ended December 31, 2014
available at www.sedar.com and the United States Securities and
Exchange Commission at www.sec.gov. Although Goldcorp has
attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual
results to differ materially from those contained in
forward-looking statements, there may be other factors that cause
results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended.
There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be
accurate, as actual results and future events could differ
materially from those anticipated in such statements.
Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on
forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are
made as of the date hereof and accordingly are subject to change
after such date. Except as otherwise indicated by Goldcorp,
these statements do not reflect the potential impact of any
non-recurring or other special items or of any dispositions,
monetizations, mergers, acquisitions, other business combinations
or other transactions that may be announced or that may occur after
the date hereof. Forward-looking statements are provided for
the purpose of providing information about management's current
expectations and plans and allowing investors and others to get a
better understanding of our operating environment. Goldcorp does
not undertake to update any forward-looking statements that are
included or incorporated by reference in this document, except in
accordance with applicable securities laws.
SOURCE Goldcorp Inc.