KEY PROGRAMMES
By integrating ESG best practices, Development Gold International (DGI) empowers ASGM operators, strengthens supply chain credibility, and promotes responsible sourcing in Ghana’s gold sector.
Assurance & Monitoring
DGI verifies member performance through independent site assessments, documentation reviews, and corrective action plans. Continuous monitoring tracks progress, with transparent results published on our website.
Outreach & Advocacy
In partnership with AIM and the Ghana National Association of Small-Scale Miners (GNASSM), we advocate for responsible artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) at national and international levels.
Access to Finance
Through Impact Capital Ltd, we help ASGM operators secure investment, prepare for funding, and access equipment via lease-to-buy programs.
Technical Assistance
Our sister organization, TDi Sustainability, provides expert guidance on:
✔ Mine site selection & equipment procurement
✔ Environmental & social best practices
✔ Community & large-scale mining relations
✔ Operational efficiency & governance
Supply Chain Traceability
Using our API-enabled platform powered by MineTrace Ltd, we ensure full supply chain transparency from mine to export—helping companies comply with EU and US due diligence regulations. Verified chain of custody is a key differentiator for luxury brands and ethical investors.
Responsible Gold Credits
In partnership with The Impact Facility, we offer Responsible Gold Ghana Credits (RGGC)—allowing jewellers, electronics companies, and investors to support responsible ASM without direct mine engagement. This cost-effective solution helps professionalize the sector while driving social impact.
ENABLING RESPONSIBLE ARTISANAL AND SMALL-SCALE MINING
The Development Gold Ghana (DGG) Standard ensures that gold from small and medium-scale mining enterprises (SMMEs) and traders meets the highest environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards. It provides assurance to gold buyers, regulators, communities, and civil society while supporting responsible SMMEs in accessing formal markets and improving their practices.
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