Driving sustainable investment in African Mining

Johannes Danz

Project Coordinator Raw Materials and Human Rights Mercedes-Benz AG

Johannes Danz joined Mercedes-Benz in 2019. As project coordinator, he is responsible for human rights in raw material supply chains. This includes the continuous development of Mercedes-Benz’s approach to human rights due diligence, the development of mining standards and a particular focus on aluminum, copper and REEs. In addition, Johannes represents Mercedes-Benz in a range of initiatives including the Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA) and the German National Action Plan for Business and Human Rights. Johannes has a background in international development cooperation related to extractive industries. He holds a master’s degree from the London School of Economics.


2025 Agenda Sessions

Can we have a just energy transition if we don’t get better at remedy?

  • Why do miners and mining nations need to get better at remedy?
  • How good are we at remedy in mining anyway?
  • What are the pathways to restorative justice once a failure has occurred?

Wednesday 05 February 15:00 - 16:00 CTICC1

Sustainability Series

Add to calendar 02/05/2025 15:00 02/05/2025 16:00 Can we have a just energy transition if we don’t get better at remedy?
  • Why do miners and mining nations need to get better at remedy?
  • How good are we at remedy in mining anyway?
  • What are the pathways to restorative justice once a failure has occurred?
CTICC1 Africa/Johannesburg