community & social vitality

Mercuria continues to invest in cleaner energy solutions through partnerships with companies such as Fervo Energy and MN8 Energy, and maintains more than half of its capital investments within the lower‑carbon sector. We also contribute to sustainable infrastructure through initiatives like road development in Indonesia, carbon‑capture projects in Silvania, and our joint venture with the Government of Zambia supporting direct participation in mineral trading.

Beyond energy and infrastructure, Mercuria’s work also enhances community wellbeing through cultural and humanitarian support. In Senegal, we collaborate with Barefoot College International in Senegal to support solar electrification projects that provide households with cleaner lighting while equipping women in rural areas with technical skills to install and maintain autonomous solar systems. This initiative empowers “solar mothers,” fosters entrepreneurship, and improves living standards for thousands of people. We have also provided donations to an orphanage in the Congo, improving living conditions for vulnerable children.

Mercuria continues to sponsor the Beijing Music Festival, one of Asia’s leading cultural events that promotes creativity and cross‑cultural exchange. These efforts, along with local partnerships such as Rosedale Hospice in Canada, demonstrate Mercuria’s commitment to strengthening communities and contributing to a better quality of life globally.

Aligned with SDG 10, Mercuria promotes diversity across generations, genders, and cultures within its global workforce. Eradicating slavery, human trafficking, and child labour remains fundamental to our due‑diligence processes. We continually update policies and deliver training to ensure adherence to ethical labour standards.

Supporting SDG 8, we provide inclusive professional‑development opportunities through in‑house learning modules, “Lunch and Learn” sessions, and expert training programmes that uphold the highest business and compliance standards.

Together, these investments and initiatives embody Mercuria’s commitment to a fairer, cleaner, and more inclusive global economy that improves living standards and builds resilient communities.

We continue to refresh our internal policies and frameworks to align with global standards and best practices in human rights. Our Business Principles have been updated to reinforce the sustainability and human rights commitments expected of every Mercuria employee. Our partnership with the Institute for Human Rights and Business (IHRB) supports dialogue on a just energy transition and the rights of communities and seafarers. We also collaborate with the University of Geneva’s Geneva Center for Business and Human Rights, where students engage with a real business and human rights case study focused on Mercuria and artisanal mining formalisation in the DRC.

Our support for the Calgary Women’s Emergency Shelter helps end family violence and abuse, offering hope and safety to thousands of Calgarians since 1974. In the UAE, an example of how we help to promote female leadership and equity is through WISTA UAE (Women’s International Shipping and Trading Association), including participation in the International Women’s Day event and at the Safety4Sea Forum in Dubai, both of which advance discussions on gender diversity and maritime safety.

From nurturing artistic expression to facilitating technical and vocational education, Mercuria contributes to education that inspires innovation and broadens horizons. In China, we support the World of Art Brut Culture (WABC), a non‑profit organization that uses art as a form of communication and therapy for individuals with special needs—helping them share their voices and promoting understanding and inclusion within society.

Education partnerships extend globally. In Indonesia, we support local teachers and students through contributions to the Qur’an Educational Park (TPA) in Sungai Durian District and donations for the annual Koranic Recitation (MTQ) competition in Sampanahan District. Across our offices, Mercuria employees participate in community events such as Shanghai Community Day, which promotes local engagement and learning through volunteering and social activities.

Our commitment extends to academic and professional development. For more than a decade, Mercuria has participated in the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) Forum, Europe’s largest university recruitment fair, and each year welcomes students onto our internship programme. Many of the students are offered permanent roles upon completion of their degrees. In North America, we attend campus recruitment events across Texas, including at Harmony Public Schools, which provide high‑quality STEM education to underserved communities. We also continue our annual veteran recruitment at the Recruit Military job fair in Houston, supporting education and second‑career opportunities for service members.

Together, these efforts demonstrate Mercuria’s commitment to learning in all its forms. By investing in education that nurtures skill, creativity, and understanding, we help build the foundation for a more inclusive and sustainable future.

Across our global operations, Mercuria contributes to social programs that enhance quality of life and extend care to vulnerable groups. In Canada, our employees have taken part in The Magic of Christmas campaign—a volunteer-led initiative that delivers gifts and holiday spirit to families and individuals across Calgary. Through donations of toys and financial support, Mercuria helped bring warmth and happiness to homes during the festive season.

In Singapore, we support Fei Yue Community Services and its fundraising efforts for the Early Intervention Programme for Infants and Children (EIPIC) and Active Ageing Centres (AAC). These programmes provide essential assistance to children with special needs and seniors from low-income households. Mercuria contributed to the “Toast to 30!” campaign, donating care packs prepared through the charity’s home‑baking initiative and joining its events to raise awareness and funding for inclusive community services.