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The tailing pipelines H6 stretching about 3.5 km onSenunu seabed were replaced in March. Accordingto Aldian Reva Kurniado from PTNNT Project Develop-ment Department, the pipelines were replacedbecause its wall is approaching minimum thickness,i.e. 37 mm, while the requirement provided in PTNNTtailing operation permit is 33 mm.

TAILING PIPELINESare Replaced Before ReachingMinimum Thickness

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Construction of NTB's Biggest Stadium Commences

CSR

Newmont does Great in its Reclamation

ENVIRONMENT

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Lenagguar Multipurpose Building PTNNT Hands Over

EXPLORATION

FES Team Trained on Motor Vehicle Extrication

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SENGGANG

Buin Batu MTB Community Joins Lombok AudaxRAGAM

To improve journalists' professionalism and under-standing on mining industry, PT Newmont NusaTenggara (NNT) hosts journalistic work contest everyyear for printed and electronic media in NTB. Thisyear is the third contest with the theme "Mining andEconomic Challenges".

Journalism Award 2013:Improving Journalists' Professionalism

PROFILEMuhammad Sukri

Decisive "Six Seconds"

Lombok Audax is a local event with international level initiatedby Axell Moeller, a German living in Lombok and loves Lombokvery much. He shows his loving by hosting an annual eventthat manages to attract tourists and investors, both local andinternational.

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Offshore tailing pipelines stretching about 3.5 km on Senunuseabed were replaced in March.

According to Aldian Reva Kurniado fromPTNNT Project Development Department,the pipelines were replaced because theirwall is approaching a minimum thick-ness, i.e. 37 mm, while the requirementprovided in PTNNT Tailing Permit is 33mm.

"We replace them before reaching theminimum thickness to maintain PTNNT'scompliance with the tailing permit aswell as PTNNT's commitment to theenvironment," said he.

The replacement was carried out bysome 100 employees assisted by atugboat and was finished in 12 days. "Itwas the shortest time we made. Last year,

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it took 17 days," he continued.Aldian said the new pipe specifications

are the same as the old pipes, i.e. of HDPEtype (High Density Poly Ethylene) with1000-mm diameter and 92 mm thick.

The 3500-m pipelines were purchaseddirectly from Thailand following astringent bidding process. Indonesiancompanies producing HDPE still failed tomeet the required standard.

"HDPE pipe specifications required byPTNNT are very rarely produced in theworld. It is bigger in diameter withthicker wall that only a few companies inthe world have the capacity to produceit," said Aldian.

The pipes were purchased in spools of15-m length. At SWIS Sejorong, they wereconnected into one string of 240 m and

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were placed in a pie rack.The new HDPE pipes were then connect-

ed to the old onshore pipelines. Thetowing of the newly connected pipelineswas then carried out by Anchor HandlerVessel (AHV) boat from the end of theoffshore pipelines that the new pipelineswere brought into the sea thus replacingthe old pipelines.

The old pipelines were towed out, cutevery 240 m, and taken to Benete via thesea. At Benete, the pipelines were cutbefore being taken to Laydown 10.

At the same time with the tugging atBenete, a team at SWIS carried outwelding activity to the new 240 m stringto tow into the sea.

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“It is the best and the safest method forpipeline replacement”

Newly arrived tailing pipes at Benete Port.

This process was carried out repeatedlyuntil all old pipelines of 3450 m werereplaced.

"The construction method of replacingtailing pipelines is called bottom tow outmethod. It is the best and the safestmethod for pipeline replacement," saidAldian.

After all new pipelines were installed,hydrostatic test/leak test was conductedto check the condition of the new pipe-lines. The test was witnessed by thirdparties to ensure its independency. Whenno issue was found during the test, thepipelines were declared ready to use. Thetotal costs spent for the replacement wereabout $15 million.

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The West Sumbawa Regent KH Zulkifli Muhadli admits that PTNNT CSR programshas been successful in developing and improving farmers' income in WestSumbawa particularly at Aik Kangkung village, Sekongkang. The regent expressed

the recognition when opening the great harvest event and official opening of depo ORIVArice mill at Aik Kangkung (12/4).

"We have to be grateful that PTNNT through its community development programs hasperformed well. What we have done today is our common effort to iron out problemsfaced by the farmers, from capital, seedling, milling to sales issues," said Zulkifli.

H Wagimin Sastra Hadi, Manager Social Responsibility Planning & DevelopmentPTNNT, put that the construction of the rice mile is one of the successes of the facilita-tion program by PTNNT through West Sumbawa Economic Development Foundation(YPESB). The program involves all relevant parties in rice cultivation and its supportindustry, from the upstream to the downstream sectors in order to increase the farmers'profit.

"To date, no less than 218 farmers are fostered by YPESB on a land of 130 hectares,including 31 hectares of brown rice for Aik Kangkung village. In addition to developingthe farmers, the depo is used to implement jajar legowo (SRI) based rice planting systemand provide means of rice production, organic fertilizers and seedling loans," disclosedWagimin.

In addition to rice milling facility with a capacity of 1 - 1.5 tons per hour, the depoprovides unhulled rice storage with a capacity of 100 tons and opens an outlet that sellsall farmer means of rice production at reasonable prices. The program participants canbuy the means of rice production with non-interest loan that may be paid out after theharvest through an agreed mechanism.

PTNNT through YPESB collaborates with local unhulled rice buyer to buy dried un-hulled rice at farmer level as per the price set forth by the government. Approximately 70percent of the harvest is absorbed while the rest is used as the community food reserve.

Regent Recognizes PTNNTCSR Programs Successful

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JournalismAward 2013

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To improve journalists' professionalism and understanding onmining industry, PT Newmont Nusa

Tenggara (NNT) hosts journalistic workcontest every year for printed andelectronic media in NTB. This year is thethird contest, which is themed "Miningand Economic Challenges".

The contest falls into three categories,including straight news, feature (arti-cle) and television journalistic work.Straight news and feature are dividedinto three categories, namely environ-ment, economy and mining, whiletelevision journalistic work falls intotwo categories, i.e. straight news andfeature.

The jury that includes DR Kadri MSi (abroadcast communication lecturer atIAIN Mataram), Dani Laksono (a Jakar-ta-based senior journalist), and Igna-tius Haryanto (Executive Director ofLSPP of Jakarta) screened 73 scriptssubmitted.

Upon consideration on many aspects,13 scripts were nominated with eight ofthem named the winners.

For straight news category, the winnerfor mining theme is Anwar Maga ofLKBN Antara/antaramataram.com, thewinner for environment theme isMuhammad Kaniti ofpulausumbawa.com and the winner foreconomy theme is Zulkarnaen of RadarSumbawa.

For feature category, the winner formining theme is Rasinah Abdul Sigit ofRadar Lombok, the winner for environ-ment theme is Khaerul Anwar of

kompas.com and the winner for econo-my theme is Abdul Faruk of RadarSumbawa. The winner for journalisticwork of straight news category isHerman Zuhdi of TVOne and featurecategory is won by Sahdan of LombokTV

The awards in the in trophies, certifi-cates and development fund werepresented by Manager CorporateCommunication Department RubiPurnomo and Chairman of IndonesiaJournalists Association (PWI) of NTB HAchmad Sukisman Azmy at PTNNT AwardNight at Lombok Raya Hotel of Mataram(1/5).

"We express congratulations to thewinners. We hope the awards willencourage you to continue to producethe best works in order to improvejournalism in NTB and contribute to thedevelopment of the province," said RubiPurnomo.

On behalf of PTNNT, Rubi appreciatedthe NTB journalists who were enthusias-tic to join the contest by submitting theirbest works. "For those who do not winyet, keep a good work," he persuaded.

In addition, Rubi extended his grati-tude to the jury who has worked optimal-ly in giving the score independently."Indeed it is not easy to choose the bestout of tens of quality journalisticworks," he said.

Achmad Sukisman thanked PTNNT thathas consistently improved the profes-sionalism of NTB-based journalists. "Wehope other companies or agency tofollow suit what PTNNT have done," saidhe.

ImprovingJournalists'

Professionalismin NTB

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FES Team Trained on Motor Vehicle Extrication

Accidents involving motor vehicleand being trapped in a vehicle ismentioned as the biggest epidemic

in this modern era. With mechanization ofindustry particularly in mining industry,emergency response teams (Fire Emergen-cy Services) are required to be able toperform controlled extrication of trappedvictims.

Specific techniques are required toextricate victims from trapped situation,particularly upon a prolonged time.Controlled victim extrication managementrequires Fire Emergency Service Extrica-tion Team to work closely with the para-medic team to dismantle the vehicle andsave the victims systematically.

With regard to that, SHLP Departmenthosted Motor Vehicle Extrication Trainingfor 60 members of PTNNT FES team. Thetraining sessions were divided into fourgroups at three locations: Townsite, PortSite and Concentrator on 2 to 20 March2013.

"This training is a part of skills develop-ment for 23 new FES members and refresh-er for senior FES members to maintaintheir skill in emergency service," saidSyafwanudin, Gensupv Fire Officer.

The main purpose of the training is to

improve technical skills on advancevehicle rescue by extricating and taking avictim to critical treatment unit in thesame or more stable condition than whenthe extrication started. This includeskeeping the accident scene from gettingworse.

Michael Towler, an emergency coordina-tor at Newmont Jundee Australia, who hasdirect experience in handling motorvehicle accident rescue, delivered theorieson use of equipment and scene securitywhen the rescue team approaching thescene. He also taught about techniques tohandle vehicle windshield, open lockeddoor that cannot be opened due to theaccident and extricate the victim from thevehicle.

In addition, the team learned aboutbasic knowledge on vehicle mechanismsin order that they understand the parts tobe aware of the vehicle cutting to avoidhazard that may befall on the rescue team.To extricate a victim, the team usedhydraulic Homatro-brand - a cuttingdevice - allowing the team and the para-medics to perform the rescue easily.

In the last session of the training, allteams were tested on an accident simula-tion with trapped victim inside the vehicle.

FES team trained to cut the vehicle door to extricatethe trapped victim.

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Construction of NTB's BiggestStadium Commences

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General Manager Social Responsibility & Govrels,Rachmat Makkasau put the first stone in the groundbreaking of Lalu Magaparang stadium, Taliwang (1/3).

The West Sumbawa people's desire to have a complete, adequate sportsfacility will come to materialize. The local government and PTNNT held agroundbreaking ceremony on Monday (1/3) marking the start of construction of

the stadium, which is located on the way to Balat beach, Taliwang.The Vice Regent of West Sumbawa Drs. Mala Rahman believed the stadium, to be

named Lalu Magaparang, will become the best and the most complete stadium in NTB."This facility will become our pride. This is a form of our struggle, people of WestSumbawa, who love sports," said he during the groundbreaking ceremony.

The vice regent also disclosed the local government's plan to expand other sportfacilities so that all communities, not only soccer lovers, can use the stadium.

At the same occasion, General Manager Social Responsibility & Govrels RachmatMakkasau asserted that PTNNT remains committed to supporting West Sumbawagovernment and community to keep its achievement in sports.

Rachmat said that the desire of West Sumbawa government and community to have abig and great stadium is reasonable and worth supported since West Sumbawa athletes'achievement, particularly soccer, has reached national level.

"Besides supporting all sport achievements of West Sumbawa, we are also committedto building good relationship with all parties and prioritizing environmental balance,"added he.

Manager Social Responsibility, Planning & Development, H Wagimin Sastra Hadiexplained the stadium, to be built on an area of 11 hectares, is able to accommodate atleast 11,000 spectators. "If everything goes with the plan, PT Waskita Karya will com-plete the project this August," said he.

Lalu Magaparang stadium will become the home of West Sumbawa FC (PSSB). Somenational matches will be held here in the series of Indonesia League major division.

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Youth Education and Sports Offices(Dikpora) of East Lombok, Sumbawa,West Sumbawa and Mataram

received donation of Rp13.5 billion tofund all Elementary School clusterprograms in respective areas.

"The assistance is not to fund physicaldevelopment but to develop the students,"said H Faozan Maulad, PTNNT GensupvSocial Responsibility Planning andDevelopment, upon handing over theassistance at the Education Office of NTB,Mataram (4/4).

Each Education Office in every regencyappoints one school as the clusterrepresentative. Each cluster consists ofeight schools and has different programs.Each program lasts for three years. "Theaction will start in May," said he.

To maintain transparency, the schoolthat receives the assistance has toprovide a notice board providing the funddetails in front of the school so that thelocal community can watch it.

At the same place, the Head of Educa-

Education

Newmont Disburses Rp13.5 B for ElementarySchool Groups

tion Office of NTB H L. Syafi'I said theschool appointed has to carry out theprogram.

"Now it depends on the preparedness ofregency's Education Office to continue thelisted programs," said he.

East Lombok Education Office willimplement fun learning programs in thefirst phase. In the second phase, studentswill demonstrate 50 percent of typicalbehaviors that reflect critical thinking.

The cluster under Mataram EducationOffice that will receive assistance isprojected to become model school inMataram. The cluster will implement atleast 60 percent of the students willachieve competency in 10 subjects. In thesecond phase, 80 percent of student'sguardians are satisfied with the students'improvement in achievement and charac-ter.

"All recipient regencies/cities have toexcute programs respectively and shallshow the students' achievement," saidSyafi'i.

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H Faozan Maulad, Gensupv Social ResponsibilityPlanning and Development PTNNT (right) shakes handwith Head of Dikpora NTB HL. Syafi'i upon handingover the assistance.

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The face of members of CommunitySelf-supporting Group (KSM) AiTereng Lito Village Moyo Hulu

Regency Sumbawa looked happy afterreceiving motorboat loans from PTNNT. Inaddition, the group that runs freshwaterfish farm at Batu Bulan dam also receiveslife jacket donation.

Previously, the members of KSM had toswim to the floating net cage (keramba)located in the middle of the dam some 50meter away from the edge. It causeddifficulties to the members in feeding ormonitoring the fish. "Alhamdulillah(thanks God), with the boat we do not haveto swim across the dam anymore to feedthe fish," said Iskandar, the leader of KSMAi Tereng.

KSM Ai Treng was established in August2012 through PTNNT community empower-ment facilitation program. Making use ofthe dam potential, the group engages infish farming. "We spread four thousandsof baby Nila fish last November. InsyaAllah (God willing) we will have the firstharvest this March," said Iskandar.

The floating net cage is 8 x 8 meter anddivided into 4 partitions. Each partition

accommodate up to a thousand baby fish.Mancawari, Field Officer CommunityDevelopment PTNNT, who facilitates KSM

Ai Tereng said the community is veryinterested in fish farming with floating netcage system. "This business is expected toimprove the group income and become amodel for other community," said he.

Dried fishThere is another group in Marga village

close to Batu Bulan dam called KSM TanaLenya. All members of this group arehousewives. They own a dried fish businesswhose raw materials come from theirhusbands' catch at Batu Bulan dam.

KSM Tana Lenya chairperson Nurhasanahadmitted she formed the group followingtheir land acquisition for dam project in2002.

On PTNNT contribution, Nurhasanahsaid that the development and facilitationemphasize on the product packing andhygiene that is proved with laboratoryresult as the requirement to reach broadermarket.

"We are currently looking for the labresults in order that our product can beintroduced to modern markets," said he.

KSM Moyo Hulu

From Cage Fish to Dried Fish

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Hundreds of Community Members PlantTrees at Kerato City Park

It was early in the morning but the weather at Kerato city park felt hot. This did notdiscourage some 500 people of three villages, student scouts, SMPN I Untir Iwisstudents, SMKN 3 Sumbawa students, government employees and PTNNT employees

from gathering for tree planning event. The head of BPM-LH Ir. Dirmawan, Untir Iwis Sub-district Head Sulaiman, SSos and Manager Social Responsibility PTNNT Sumbawa KasanMulyono were seen participating in the event.

Kasan in his speech said in accordance with the company's vision to demonstrateleadership in environmental stewardship, the company with great pleasure supports thegovernment's program to replant the city park. "The world is undergoing a climatechange and global warming thus we have to fully support the tree planting program,"said he.

Meanwhile, Ir. Dirmawan, the Head of Investment and Environmental Board (BPP-LH)Sumbawa, expressed his appreciation to PTNNT that took the initiative the tree plantingat the City Forest since it will contribute to vegetation sufficiency toward a GreenIndonesia. "We hope other private sectors will participate in the program," he pleaded.

To overcome the impact of global warming, the local government of Sumbawa hasrolled out Green Open Space (RTH) development program. The RTH master plan has justbeen developed and includes Taman Pahlawan, Kerato City Forest and other area.

Opet Bujik, the Chairman of PTNNT Tree Planting Committee, said he was pleased withthe participants' enthusiasm in planting 1000 trees, including nimba, mahogany,bungur, ketimus, tamarind. "We also give away fruit tree seedlings to the participants toplant at their home," said he.

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Having completed its construction,PTNNT handed over the multipurpose building to Lenangguar Sub-

district administration. PTNNT SumbawaSocial Responsibility Manager KasanMulyono handed over the building keys tothe Sub-district Head Tujuddin on Thurs-day (2/3) before local community mem-bers, religious and youth figures.

Tujuddin thanked PTNNT for its assis-tance in the construction of the building,which the community then unanimouslynamed Emas Buleang MultipurposesBuilding. "This building is very useful forthe whole community of Lenangguar Sub-district for both sports talent developmentand utilization for social, customary,cultural and religious activities," heemphasized.

Tujuddin, who was former PublicRelation Division Head of Sumbawa Houseof Reps., called on the company to providecontribution for the sub-district communi-ty continuously.

"I hope that this contribution is not thelast," he added.

Meanwhile, Kasan Mulyono in hisremarks requested that the building thathosts two badminton courts and a stagecan be utilized properly for local youthand community activities.

"We appreciate all support, critiques,and suggestions from the communitiesincluding Lenangguar Sub-district commu-nity. These have made it possible for ustorun our operations appropriately inaccordance with the Contract of Work," hesaid.

Lenagguar Multipurpose Building

PTNNT Hands Over

Kasan Mulyono and Lenangguar Sub-districtHead Tujuddin during the multipurposebuilding hand ver and opening ceremony,Thursday (2/3).

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ZulkifliCommends Newmont Reclamation

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ENVIRONMENT Batu HijauS U A R A

Zulkifli Hasan, Indonesian Forestry Ministeropens the 5th IndoGreen Forestry Expo

in Jakarta Convention Center (4/4).

"Newmont does great in its reclamation, I once visited it directly," said Zulkifli Hasan, RI Forestry Ministerwhen visiting PTNNT's stand following the opening of the 5th IndoGreen Forestry Expo at Jakarta Con-vention Center (4/4). At the event, PTNNT displayed a number of publication materials related to thesuccess of its reclamation.

IndoGreen Forestry Expo is Indonesia's largest forestry expo that has been heldannually since 2009. Forestry and plantation offices and ministry, State-Owned Enterprises, NGOs, universities, entrepreneurs, industrial companies,

and mineral and oil mine companies took part in the expo, which showcased greatpotentials in forestry sector and management, utilization and conservation offorests and forest products, both woods and non-woods, processed products, andforest utilization equipment.

The expo aimed to introduce government and private parties' programs and concreteactions in sustainable and even forest development, including forest and ex-minearea reclamation.

This event was also aimed at supporting governmental programs of "SustainableGrowth with Equity in Forestry Sector Towards 2020" and supporting Green LivingConcept Towards Green Indonesia realization efforts.

Held for four days (4-7/4), the expo attracted tens of thousands of visitors from thecommunity, students, governmental offices and entrepreneurs.

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Ikatan Adyaksa Darmakarini of Sumbawa District Court Employees'' WifeAssociation pose at Admin 1, Benete (16/4).

Sumbawa District Court Employees visit PTNNT mine pit area (4/5).

PTNNT 2013 Plan and Budget familiarization in Sumbawa Besar, Sumbawa Regency(2/4).

PTNNT management welcome Gadjah Mada University lecturers at Visitor Center,Admin1, Benete (1/5).

Street music contest to commemorate Katala Employee Cooperative anniversary atTownsite (24/4).

Farah Quinn accompanied by a PTNNT employee Yuni Anita during the shooting ofTrans TV cooking program at the employee housing area, Townsite (23/4).

Ikanura held Hijab Class at the Community Hall, Townsite to commemorate itsanniversary (7/4).

Art & Picnic activity for Batu Hijau housing residents at Townsite Green House(24/4).

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In an effort to build new houses andrenovate unlivable houses in WestSumbawa Regency (KSB), PT Newmont

Nusa Tenggara (PTNNT) renews itscooperation agreement with RI People'sHousing Ministry and the KSB govern-ment. Signed in Jakarta (18/4), theagreement specifies that PTNNT willprovide IDR24.7 billion.

"The agreement is a realization ofcooperation between the ministry, KSBgovernment, and PTNNT that aims tosupport the government's program tomake KSB free from unlivable houses,"said PTNNT President Director MartionoHadianto.

He added that new house constructionand unlivable house renovation willfocus on 3883 recipient houses thatreceive Self-supporting Housing StimulusAssistance of IDR6 million each at eightsub-districts from the ministry. PTNNTthen adds an amount of IDR5 million for3000 houses and IDR11 million for 883houses respectively.

"As a part of KSB community, we hopethe program will be implemented ontarget, appropriately and on time such

that all KSB people can have livablehouses. The program is among ourcorporate social responsibility programsto improve quality of life of communitiesaround Batu Hijau mine," Martionostated.

Jamil Ansari, Minister Deputy People'sHousing of Self-supporting HousingDivision, in his remarks during thesigning of the agreement said that theministry would continuously encouragelarge and small-scale companies inIndonesia to allocate their CSR fund forlivable house development.

"We hope that KSB succeeds in thisunlivable house renovation program andother companies in Indonesia like PTNNTcan participate in assisting the speeding-up of unlivable house quality improve-ment throughout the country," he said.

KSB Regent Zulkifli Muhadli called onthe local people make use of the assis-tance that the ministry and PTNNTprovided. He also hoped that PTNNT'smine operation presence in KSB willcontinue to improve the community's lifequality through various social responsi-bility programs.

Newmont Earmarks IDR24.7b forUnlivable Housing Renovation in W. Sumbawa

KSB Regent Zulkifli Muhadli (left) an People HousingMinistry and PTNNT representatives following thesigning of Cooperation Agreement on new houseconstruction and unlivable house renovation in KSB.

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Buin Batu MTB Community Joins Lombok Audax

Buin Batu MTB Community members, including Nicolas Iriawan, H Agus Panca,Heriyadi Sutanto, Kusnadi, H Basuki, Dede Junior (Audax Capt Road) and H MaraMaswahenu took part in the Lombok Audax, 27-28 April ago.

"We have taken part three times in a row in the event, which was also joined by overseascyclists. This time, we travel a distance of 400 km, an addition of 100 km from the previousLombok Audax held last January. Next year, it will take 1000 km," said H Basuki.

In the first day, Buin Batu MTB community team-Telur Bebek Cycling Team started theride together with the normal group at an average speed of 22.5 km/hour at 06:00 a.m.from Sentosa Hotel, Senggigi. At the first stop post at Selengan after travelling 58 km, theteam switched to fast group at an average speed of 28.5 km/hour and reached finish line atLombok Garden hotel at 08:00 p.m.

The first day route started from Sentosa Hotel Senggigi - Selengan - Obel-Obel - PudakReur Village- Sambelia (Gili Lampu) - Labuhan Haji - Praya and Mataram. The route of 237km was travelled in 12.5 hours with total resting time of 2.5 hours resulting a total of 15hours.

In the second day, 28 April, Buin Batu MTB Community team started together at 07:00a.m. at Mataram and headed toward Praya-Mawun Beach- Gerung-Pusuk Pass andfinished at Malimbu.

The route distance of 175 km was travelled in 8.5 hours with a total resting time of 3hours.

Route first day Route second day

Beginning with a dream to share Lombok's scenic beauty with other colleagues bycycling together around the island, Axell Moeller, a German living in Lombok, held anannual event, Lombok Audax. Audax originates from Italy and is based in France.Every country that aspires to hold Audax should comply with UAF (Union AudaxFranchise) rule. Audax itself means daring with a motto Start Together, Ride Together,Finish Together.

MSJ Batu HijauS U A R A

Public Commitment not an End but a Beginning

All Operation Support Departmentemployees signed a PublicCommitment that consists of

employee vital behaviors and supervisorvital behaviors at the Community Hall,Townsite (21/3).

The employees are committed to notperforming out any tasks beyond theircapability (technically and physically)despite pressures from supervisors. If theygot fatigue, they should notify theirsupervisor at all times in order to get abreak time until they feel fit enough toresume the task safely.

They are are committed to communicat-ing all potential hazards to supervisorsand co-workers at all times and will neverperform a task unless they are providedwith equipment that meet safety standardas well as briefings and potential hazardhandling prior to carrying out any task.

Meanwhile, supervisors are committed

to communicating at all times any issuesrelated to occupational safety to subordi-nates dan following up all subordinates'inputs related to occupational safety andupdate progress periodically.

They were also committed to applyingall available working procedures andensuring that workplace tasks are per-formed correctly and safely. They will atall times asses any possible hazard risksprior to commencing any task and applyall required risk controls.

Manager Port Operations JuvensiusGoan stressed that the commitment shalleven be taken home and applied in day-to-day activities.

"This safety journey does not end here,but it is part of chapters that we shallpass. This is not the end of all things, butis a new chapter to make us apply the bestpractices according our commitment atthe workplace," he said.

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The day has just started. The MalukPolice Office was still quiet. On itslarge yard two 6x8 meter tents and

hundreds of orderly chairs were set. Onlytwo people seem busy tidying bannersand some other instruments. While theother one was busy setting up the soundsystem.

A half an hour later, a convoy ofhundreds of motorcycles suddenlyappear and enter the police office yardall at once. They crowded around andparked their bikes disorderly. The silenceinstantly turned into noisy crowd due tothe roaring bikes. Some of them soundedthe horn for a long time along with verynoisy jokes.

"That is the situation when motorcycletaxis gather together. They always makejokes and talks that trigger laughters,"said Junaidi, Senior Supervisor Communi-ty Relations.

At a glance, in a big folk, they look likea biker gang, but in fact, they are not.Their presence on that day (15/4) was toattend the police chief's invitation toparticipate in safety riding training.

"This activity is the second held. Weheld similar activity last year," Junaidiadded. This training is a refresher on saferiding rules and practices on the high-way. It was an effort to minimize the rate

Comprehend Safety Rulesof accidents that occurred on highways.

"In cooperation with PTNNT, Maluk andJereweh Police Offices routinely providethis kind of training at respective area.This cooperation is a form of PTNNT'sawareness in safety. Therefore, we arevery grateful for the support that PTNNTprovides," said Dhimas, a Maluk PoliceOfficer.

After a 30-minute instruction, thecommittee divided participants into somegroups of 15. While, other committeemembers set up arena by placing obsta-cle blocks made of thick plastic to testparticipants' riding skills and trafficcompliance.

"Ah…if the obstacle is as simple as that,it is so easy!" one of the participantssaid.

Underestimating? Yeah, almost most ofthem underestimated the obstacle.

"It seems that the obstacle is easy," aparticipant whispered to another partici-pant beside him.

A few moments, each of the participantstook turn and passed through the obsta-cle. At the same time, three Maluk officeofficers acted as referees.

In addition to riding skills and trafficcompliance, safety rule comprehensionprior to riding became the main assess-ment point in this training.

Safety Riding

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TOWNSITE NEWS Batu HijauS U A R A

Ikanura Holds Many Contestsand Invites Miss Indonesia

In commemoration of its 15th anniversary, Newmont Nusa Tenggara Employee Wives Association (Ikanura) held

many activities, including cooking, sewing,fashion, Islamic quiz contests, andIkanura kitchen recipe book preparation.

The main agenda held in line withKartini Day commemoration wereconcentrated at the Community Hall,Townsite (28/4) and wa attended byofficials' wives of West SumbawaRegency government, Maluk and Sekong-kang Sub-districts and Runner Up of 2013Environmental Miss Indonesia, MarisaSartika Maladewi.

The committee chairman Wati Haver-land in her remarks stressed that RadenAjeng

Kartini is a role model female figure notonly in education, but also in other

In commemoration of Kartini Day and Ikanura anniversary

concerns. "I hope that through thisKartini Day commemoration, there will beother modern Kartini at Townsite oroutside Townsite," she expected.

At the end of event, the committeehanded over presents to contest winners.

M SUKRI

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Aware of Safety

Sukri, has shown an example. On 13 February, during weekly Tripper ConveyorShutdown, the native of Jereweh that works as a Process Operator found out thatcontractor employees that were about to dismantle scaffolding failed to apply the

company's safety standard. Of eight employees, only two of them have personal locks.As a tripper area operator, he reprimands personnel having no personal lock when

working, although they only work at walk way as helpers. The alumnus of Alas SeniorHigh School (1991) also reports it to his supervisor.

"What he does has successfully minimized potential accidents and saved the contrac-tor employees from possible safety standard violation. Due to this finding, ContractorUser corrects contractor lock outs by providing the six employees with PADLOCKS andMELOCK, then resumed the task," said Superintendent Process Operations BurhanManurung.

Senior Manager Processing Ilyas Yamin also added, "During My Safety Journey (MSJ)program, there has been a commitment to look out each other, supervisors to subordi-nates, subordinates to supervisors, or between fellow employees. Sukri's action isconsistent with the program," he stated.

As a result of his action, the father of three kids born in 1973 receives a companyreward in form of electronic gadget or tour package. "I have not decided which reward Iwill choose. But one thing for sure is that I have received the offer," said the fishinglover.

To him, a reward is not his target. Being able to work at Newmont is a great andinvaluable gift. "Newmont has given me so many things," he admitted.

Indeed, since working at PTNNT (1999), he feels that he has a better life. "We are luckythat we have Newmont, unless, I might be still a laborer overseas," he added.

Like any other men in his village, he once tried his luck to Malaysia in 1995-1996. Heworked as a construction laborer in the neighbor country.

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Safety is everyone's responsibility, regardless of position or role.Therefore, everyone of us shall prevent any accident from happen-ing to us or other people.

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KIDS GREEN FAIR

To spend the national holiday on 9May ago, the Facilities and ServiceDepartment held a KIDS Green Fair,

at the Green House, Townsite (8-9/5). Kidsliving at Buin Batu housing enthusiastical-ly took part in the two-day activity.

There were various kinds of attraction.Kid games, recycled material art andfashion competition, face painting, treeplanting, and music show. Also held, asusual,were a food bazaar, Ikanuramothers' handicraft exhibition, andtypical Lombok pottery exhibition.

"I'm so glad when this kind of activity isheld. Each game has its own presents!"said a kid that has just finished a game ofthrowing rings into a nail.

Meanwhile, a mother that seemed to be

very enthusiastic looked at displayed chilipepper seedlings at a booth.

"I want to buy these seedlings, pleasedon't sell them to other people," Mrs Emisaid. "I want to plant them on my frontyard," she added.

The displayed chili pepper seedlings arecultivated by the Community Developmentusing organic system.

"I will not buy them unless organic,"Emi continued while smiling.In addition, Balanced Life Center does

not want to miss the train by holding amass aerobic and trekking activity.

Similarly, Doctor Children Fund (DCF)occupies a booth by showing clefted lifsurgery photo slides.

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Isee various kinds of strange to verygood exercise methods. Frequentproblems that many people face are

they have friends that attend fitness centerroutinely and that invite them to go to thecenter and then they show some kind ofexercises. Unfortunately, 85 percent of theexercises are incorrect. I call it 'bro-science'.

I remember when there was someonegiving private exercise session to someoneelse where in fact he was not an instruc-tor. I approached him and he looked likewanted to defend himself and kept onshowing his 'broscience' energetically tohis friend.

He said: Hi, I'm Mike and I'm justhelping my friend. I also give him a littleknowledge on how to use equipmentcorrectly.

I asked him: Are you qualified to dothat?

He replied: Yes, of course, I am like anopen book.

“Never Rely on Broscience”

"Well, could you explain the importanceof excessive load principle and periodiza-tion phases to your friend? The 'Book' isend and closed straightaway.

I consider private exercise is like apeople looking for a lawyer. When youneed a good lawyer and he does not haveany qualification and certification, willyou follow his advices? I don't thing so!So, why people keep on listening to thosewho are also doing exercise together? Idon't know why!

Body weight lossWhen you want to lose weight, first you

need to pay attention to your diet and theperiod you require to achieve it. Do notask for magical potion or pills to changeyour body instantly. We do not have that.

You just have to work hard. Hard enoughthat sometimes you feel like you reallyhate your trainer and then love him againthe next day. That's the power of exercise.

Remember these wise words, 'You can

People visit the fitness center for various reasons and motives, and this apparently makes everythingcomplicated to the instructors and trainers. Ronald Lees, the Balanced Life fitness center instructor,who has devoted himself to fitness center for more than 20 years tells his experience to SBH readers.

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never out train a bad diet', meaning thatwhen you have a bad diet you will lookand feel bad. Normal weight loss is 2lb(1kg) per week.

Muscle buildingWhen you need to build your muscles,

then get prepared for a short and intensiveexercise. The people spending one hour ofmuscle building exercise are often trainedby a friend using 'broscience'. When youhave >1 hour exercise session, the energywill come from your muscles, causingdamage to them and your fat reserve tobecome inactive. Logically, you need toexercise and restore them. Do the 4 x 45-minute session per week and allow 48-hour intervals between muscles groupexercises.

Fuel for muscle formationWhat I see from people's view on their

diet is they will never tell the truth of whatthe eat, but when you ask them to eatcertain food in certain time to achievetheir goal. They will look at you withoutexpression. If you want to build andrespect your muscles, protein intake isvery important. It is done by measuringyour body, let's say your weight is 80kg.Multiple it with 1.5g and we get 120g. Thisfigure is equal to the protein your bodyneeds during the days you do not exercisefor your muscle formation. Remember,chicken breast weighs 21g.

Now you know where the sentence "Youcannot defeat poor diet" comes from. Onthe exercise days, you have to increaseyour protein intake by 20% with proteinmilk before and after working out that Isuggest you to drink during your exercisedays. Normal muscle formation lost: 0.5lbto 1lb per week.

You cannotdefeat poor diet

QUIZ SBH No. 55

Hum r:

Kirim jawaban Anda dengan nama, nomor badge dan departemen, kepadaRedaksi Suara Batu Hijau, Corporate Communcations Dept., Admin 1, Benete,atau melalui email ke ptnnt.suara.batu.hijau@nnt.co.id sebelum 30 Juni 2013.Jawaban yang benar dengan data pengirim yang lengkap akan diundi untukmenentukan pemenang yang beruntung.

Knowledge Corner

Indonesian technology

Three men, comprising American, Japanese and Indonesian, were sitting in asauna room. The silence was broken by beeping sounds. The American guyopened his left palm and read inscriptions on it. The other two guys wereamazed with what they were seeing. "Oh, a chip has been planted, so I can justreceive short message and read them on my palm", said the American proudly.

After a while, a phone was ringing. The Japanese immediately lifted up his righthand, putting his thumb near his ear while his little finger in front of his mouthsaying, "Oh excuse me, I have a phone call to answer. My hand has beenplanted with chip so I can just receive a phone call from my fingers," said theJapanese.

The Indonesian guy started to be nervous, thinking what he could show off toimpress his two fellows. Having a stomachache due to stress, he went to thetoilet. After a while, he returned to the room with toilet paper sticking out anddangling from his rear. Pointing out with a disgust look, the American andJapanese told the Indonesian guy what they saw and asked, "What kind ofpaper is dangling on your butt?"

"Oh, sorry… I have just received a fax, thank you..!" said the Indonesian guy.

Pemenang Quiz SBH No. 54 dan Quiz Safety no 22:

Hartinah-NB5933, Haryadi-NB2396, Rita Zaza-SMK1419, Hadirman-NB2809,Sulastri-NB6433, Abdullah-NB0763. Selamat kepada yang namanya tertera diatas, hadiah dapat diambil di kantor redaksi SBH, admin I Benete.

National vital objects (Obvitnas)

Meke SerepLahirnya Sang Putera (13)source sumbawanews.com

Lala Baka lived alone in a Liang Bedis cave within a thick forest. Timegoes by and many things have happened but Lala Baka knows nothingabout it, as she lived a separate life, away from the outside world.She lived a hard life and her pregnancy even made her life moredifficult.

As time goes by, Lala Baka was getting used to her environment. Shetrids to enjoy the misery and everything around her. The sound of thewater flowing thru a stream, the wind, birds and other forestcreatures became natural serenade for her.

It'd been six months that Lala Baka lived alone in Liang Bedis. Herpregnancy reached the ninth month. Her baby would be born soon.The only help she could get was from the giant genie living inside herblue diamond ring she wore on her ring finger. The genie woud followevery order he received from her.

Finally, Lala Baka gave birth to a very handsome baby boy. His cutelook gave all the peace to his mother. She looked at her baby, held,kissed her newly born son, and uttered lovely experssions to im. LalaBaka found herself in full of feelings. And she burst into tears…as ifshe wanted to share the grief with the baby.

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Presidential Decree No. 63/2004 states that obvitnas means anarea/location/ building/installation and/or business involving thelivelihood of the masses, state's interests and/or strategic stateincomes that requires more robust security system and is based onstrict safety standards as to minimize the risk and security impactsresulted from threats and security disruptions.

SENGGANG

Menurun:1. Lawan dari bawah2. Atur3. Proses belajar mengajar di Perguruan Tinggi4. Tidak bayar5. Hantu, mahluk jadi-jadian (Bali), bocor (ing).6. Usia9. Ibu12. Kejelekan13. Gunung di Lombok14. Orang yang baru masuk Islam16. Akhiran yang berarti sedang (ing)17. Tank buatan jerman18. Singkatan nama20. Merk komputer21. Harapan25. Jenis Burung27. Mine Maintenance Area28. Perisai29. Rumah31. Nenek32. Tak terjangkau panca indera33. Gugusan Bintang35. Hadiah36. Tidak ingat

Mendatar:1. Unik, peninggalan masa lalu4. Kacau, gelisah7. Merek celana (fashion).8. Pasangan istri11. Ukur13. Satuan kertas15. Miliknya laki-laki (ing).17. Kumpulan kontraktor di lingkar tambang PTNNT19. Terima kasih (Jepang).22. Maskapai Penerbangan Jepang (sing)23. Cukup, sesuai takaran24. Institusi26. Lembaga Keuangan Internasional28. Hebat, merek kopi30. Rusak, longgar (untuk skrup, ulir dsb.)32. Rasanya asin34. Usil37. Akhir (ing)38. Bawa (ing)39. Jatah

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Decisive "Six Seconds"

TRAINING

Anegative rumor, no matter howminor it is may create publicopinions. When it is not respond-

ed immediately, negative rumors willhave impacts on company's image.Therefore, in anticipation of an opinioncrisis the company should be moresensitive, communicate in a self-confident manner, and deliver itsmessages persuasively.

Communication skills are important forall employees. "A six-second moment in astatement can be very decisive, whether itwill bring positive or negative impacts,"said Christovito Wiloto, the founder andowner of Power PR Institute Jakarta duringa Media Handling training session held atthe Community Hall, Townsite (1/5).

Many kinds of mass media are availablenowadays. Despite the variety, the topicsraised often have similar point of views.

"Although covered by different media

and journalists, most of the media coversimilar topics," he said.

Why? Because when giving a statement,resource persons are often not focusedand fail to give emphasis of what s/he istrying to say.

In addition, they do not use effectivebody language. Therefore, all employees(particularly those with a capacity to givestatements) should be able to expressthemselves as company's representativesand ambassadors in front of the media(especially when the company is havingunfavorable public image).

Corporate Communication DepartmentManager Rubi Purnomo said communicat-ing with the media is enjoyable.

"Only, staffs need to join training on thesubject matter before meeting the mediaand other stakeholders in order to helpthem communicate and become betterspokespersons," said Rubi.

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Upon Compliance, PTNNT MayWithdraw 85pct of ReclamationBond

Having been considered to havecomplied with governmentregulations in reclamation

activities, PTNNT is allowed to withdraw85 pct of reclamation bond (Jamrek) of2012 paid to the government. The deci-sion was made after the Directorate ofEnergy and Mineral Resources teamcompleted its assessment last April.

"The amount of reclamation bond isdetermined by the Directorate General ofMineral and Coal based on the company'sproposal in its Five-Yearly ReclamationBudget," said Reclamation Senior Special-ist Fitrahjaya Kurniawan.

He explained that company paidreclamation bond for its reclamationactivities. It is aimed at improvingcompliance in reclamation of the ex-pit asper the plan approved by authorizedofficial.

"In the event the company fails to meetsuccessful reclamation criteria as shown

by the results of evaluation reports and/orfield assessment, the minister, governor orregent/mayor based on their authoritymay assign 3rd parties to carry outreclamation using the reclamation bond,"said Fitrah.

In 2010 PTNNT withdrew 100 pct Jamrek(US$ 722.364); 2011 94 pct

(US$ 570.670 from US$ 951.011), andin 2012 of 85 pct (US$ 5.124.766from US$ 6.029.137)."In 2014 PTNNT sets its reclamation

guarantee of US$ 7.260.862," he said.

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Fitrah Jaya

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Sustainable Mining Bootcamp (Batch III):

Changing One's Mind

Itend to be skeptical and even cynicalwhen hearing about the word 'mining".I used to have assumption that mining

would always mean a capitalist industryexploiting natural resources for thebenefits of a few people, and then itirresponsibly abandons the totally-destroyed environment. Apparently, Ibuilt my assumption based on informa-tion I collected from mass media andinternet. A subjective mindset I builtwithout even looking at the actualcondition of the mine area.

I finally had a chance to prove thatwhat I believed was wrong. The abovestatements are written by Farchan Noor,one of the 14 bloggers joining the BatuHijau Bootcamp Batch III in his personalblog. Similar expressions also come fromother participants such as Regy Kur-niawan, Harris Maulana, Eko Budi andMuthia A. In his blog, Regy Kurniawanwrites that mining activities will surelydestroy the environment. Negativeimpacts will always follow any miningactivities conducted everywhere.

"However, environmental impacts canbe minimized by the use of technology,and that's what we are seeing during thistrip so that we can give responsiblecomments, not just giving criticismsbased on data obtained from Wikipedia,Googling, or other people's opinions," he

said.For eight days (12-20/5) Farchan, Regy

and the other Bootcamp participants sawthe company's activities, such as mining,reclamation, safety and CSR directly. Inaddition to the dialogue with the manage-ment, they also have direct interactionwith the community, diving in Benete baywaters, visiting Comdev projects, tourismareas such as the beaches around WestSumbawa Regency,

teaching in schools, public healthcenter and visiting Mantar village whereSerdadu Kumbang film was made.

"In fact, Newmont is very responsiblefor the environment where it operates,"

Regy writes in his blog.Bootcamp is a form of the company's

commitment to operating transparentlyand is an education program for thepublic to provide direct information onmining operations as from rock excava-tion, processing, to mine closure prepara-tion; and the life of the communityaround the Batu Hijau mine area, includ-ing potential tourism destination.

Like the previous batch I & II bootcamp,this batch III participants come fromvarious professionals, such as universitystudents, travellers, photographers,freelance writers, businessman, environ-mental and CSR activits, and mineemployees.

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IAGI HoldsG e o l o g ySoc ia l i za t ion

Anumber of geologists grouped in Indonesian GeologistAssociation (IAGI) visited SMAN 5 Mataram (16/3) tohold socialization on geology to the students.

"Carrying the IAGI of Nusa Tenggara flag, PTNNT participatesin providing education to High School (SMU) students aboutgeology and all its aspects, involving Indonesian geologistsfrom Nusa Tenggara," said PTNNT geologist Dudy Setyandhaka.

This program is one of NTB IAGI's agenda to socialize geologyto the community. Similar activity will take place at SMAN-1Praya of Central Lombok and high schools in KSB and SumbawaBesar. "This program brings indirect positive impacts for PTNNTbecause the materials presented are mostly taken from BatuHijau mining activity. Besides, most of IAGI NTB officials arePTNNT employees," he said.

Previously, similar activity was held in SMAN-1 Mataram andSMK-7 Mataram.

YMBH wins10.000 Steps Chalenge

Batu Hijau Moslem Foundation (YMBH)won the "10,000 Steps Chalenge" held by BalanceLife Center di Townsite (27/4). The 2nd place was

Maintenance Dept. team and 3rd place PT PBU team.The challenge was participated by tens of teams from

employees and contractors comprising family members orfriends of all ages.

Each team, consisting of five personnel, walked around thesoccer field once then heading to Basai Ate and returned tocircle around the field for one more time. The number ofparticipants' steps were recorded by the pedometer worn bythem in turns.

The challenge is how to get as many steps as possible inthe shortest time.

BHFC WinsDjarum Futsal Chalenge

Newmont Nusa Tenggara, Batu Hijau Futsal Club (BHFC) came out theIst winner of DJARUM FUTSAL CHALENGE PART II championshipparticipated by government and non-government agencies through-

out Sumbawa (4 - 26/5) held at the Mampis Rungan sports hall, Brang Biji,Sumbawa Besar.

BHF declared the champion after beating Mega Bank team in the quarterfinalwith 10 - 5 score, defeating Primkopad team at the semi final with 7 - 5 score(thru a penalty), and beat Bensol team from SPBU Pertamina in the final roundwith 12 - 10 score.

"In addition, one of our players, Fadli awarded as best player," said M ZErvan, the team chairman and a player.

"Why would Newmont spend a lot of money on reclamation activities andenvironmental management efforts that exceed the regulation standards?What does it expect from investing million dollars with no direct economicbenefits?"

Such questions were raised by media journalists during a visit to Batu Hijau EastDump reclamation area that they consideedr to have way exceeded the expectations of a mine reclamation. Previously, they had received brief explanation on

mining process while enjoying the astonishing Batu Hijau mine they saw for the firsttime. Information on reclamation and environmental management were also provided towhich they responded with surprise when hearing the amount of money the companyhad spent on reclamation and environmental management.

A simple question and yet it is quite difficult to present a logical answer to satisfy thequestioner. It seems to be pretty "unusual" what Batu Hijau project is doing in relationto its reclamation and environmental management amidst the condition where most ofthe mines in Indonesia, and the world put more prioritize on profits than the environ-ment, or in a more sarcastic words, many companies only consider how to reap thehighest profits with as little as possible capital, including minimizing the costs forreclamation and environmental management. Profits are gained by leaving damage anddestruction. It is sad to see pits filled with murky water from irresponsible traditionalmining activities in Bangka island. Not to mention damaged ex-coal mine areas inKalimantan with poor reclamation without follow-up actions to restore the environmentcondition. Despite the fact that getting the greatest benefits with minimum cost (princi-ples of economy) is taught in formal education, one thing is often neglected - themorality.

Let's get back to the question. Firstly, reclamation and environmental management -according to Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Regulation No. 18 of 2008 areactivities aimed at restoring or managing disturbed areas from mining activities.

Reclamation is an obligation for a mining company to conduct during or after itsexploitation activities. In other words, reclamation is an integral part of a sound mine

Green GoldBy: Budianto*

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cycle. The ministerial regulation also explains the environmental management andmonitoringis to be applied by the party responsible in an effort to manage and monitorthe environment.

Why does it have to exceed the standards set in government regulations? This hassomething to do with Newmont's vision and mission to be the most valued and respectedmining company through industry leading performance, including environmentalmanagement aspects. Best achievement could not be realized just by doing usual orregular efforts, as they will result in regular performance as well. Regular activities arecommonly conducted to meet obligations or avoid fine or penalty, while it needsextraordinary actions to be "the best", including in reclamation and environmentalmanagement.

For example, the company spends approx. Rp1.3 billion to prepare 1 hectare ofreclamation area that includes the cost for developing final stockpile slope, distributionof overburden and compaction excluding the cost for planting vegetationson thereclamation area. The final stockpile slope is developed with 2H:1V inclination, meaningthat the slope inclination with a ratio of 2 horizontal and 1 vertical to ensure stockpilestability as per the geotechnical review. Once the final stockpile slope is developed,overburden of 2.75 m thickness is spread with compaction each of 0.5 m thickness. Allthe above are conducted to minimize potential failure and ensure reclamation successin stockpile area, both during initial and final phase of reclamation (post-mine reclama-tion), despite the fact that it is not arranged specifically thru a government regulation.With reclamation area size of more than 20 hectare per year, we can calculate the costthe company will spend to prepare its annual reclamation.

Another example is the process of planting the vegetation on the reclamation area. TheForestry Minister Regulation No. 60 of 2009 states that the criterion for successfulreclamation is 625 trees per hectare, while Batu Hijau has planted 1600 trees perhectare to ensure successful reclamation, although the company has to spend addition-al costs for plantataion and nursery.

Then props the second question: Why is it investing million of dollars with no directeconomic benefits?

The answer would be: reputation. It is true that the money spent for reclamation andenvironmental management would not result in direct material or financial benefits.However, with sound reclamation and environmental management the company candevelop and maintain its reputation, and it will thus maintain trust of other partiesrelated to mining industry, such as the consumer.

Currently, the consumers and stakeholders do not view mining products as a merecommodity, but they also consider the way to produce them. Are the mining activitiesconducted in compliance with occupational safety, social responsibility and environ-mental management? Are mining activities conducted by sacrificing the surroundingcommunity and environment? Or in other words, are the minerals produced using soundmining process? A mine product can tell its tale.

We do not want to have things obtained using incorrect or inhumane process. Amovie "Blood Diamond" may just be an appropriate analogy where a diamond is minedby sacrificing the environment and people's lives. A diamond is produced by leavinglong suffering to the people. How a diamond that should be admired for its beauty holdsbloody history on Africa land. A beautiful diamond has turned into a bloody diamond.

'Green product' term has been introduced recently to represent a product, which is not

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gree literally, but which is produced using environmentally-friendly materials andprocess.

As for Batu Hijau project, the 'green gold' term can be used to represent the mineral itproduces (even though its major product is copper), considering that gold is a widelyknown mineral from generation to generation with its esthetic values. Green gold canmean the gold that is produced using environmentally-friendly process, not just meetingcompany's obligations to the state but to exceed the standard so that it can become abenchmark for any mining company in environmental management and being responsi-ble for the next generations.

With well maintained reputation thru beyond-standard efforts, the company will gainlong-term benefits with recognized image as a company that applies green productionprocess and therefore it will be easier for the stakeholders to accept company's pres-ence.

In addition, it will become employees' pride to have a chance to work for such acompany. On the contrary, it would be such a burden for employees to work for anirresponsible company that only focuses its attention to financial benefits withoutconsidering environmental management. When many critics attacking the companysaying it has caused environmental destruction, proud employees would hold their headup high to those critics saying with self-confidentce, "No, we are operating in a responsi-ble manner."

It is not easy to compete with competitors with similar business while having toconduct reclamation and environmental management. With the sale price and produc-tion cost that do not give additional margins, a green company has to pay its due tomake it. Talking about having direct benefits would not be appropriate here. Onlycompany's commitment from both management and employees can maintain soundmine operations with considerations being made to environmental aspects. With well-maintained commitment, the company's vision and mission to be the most valued andrespected mining company through industry leading performance, can be achieved.

When the gold turns into jewelry, the greener the gold the morebeautiful it would be worn and remembered because a productdoes not only play a functional role, but it can tell its tale as well.

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