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Jesuits Consider Rio Tinto Stake Sale Over Water Contamination

5/7/2026

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The Jesuits announced on 6 May 2026 may sell their Rio Tinto stake after engagement.
Stephen Power SJ, head of investments, said Rio Tinto’s Madagascar water-contamination reports were late or missing.
Dominic Barton says Rio Tinto monitors water quality and checks show metals below detection limits, contrary to groups’ claim of uranium and lead downstream.
The Jesuits also cite the Simandou project in Guinea and Scope 3 emissions, showing pressure on mining firms.

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The Jesuits announced on 6 May 2026 may sell their Rio Tinto stake after engagement.
Stephen Power SJ, head of investments, said Rio Tinto’s Madagascar water-contamination reports were late or missing.
Dominic Barton says Rio Tinto monitors water quality and checks show metals below detection limits, contrary to groups’ claim of uranium and lead downstream.
The Jesuits also cite the Simandou project in Guinea and Scope 3 emissions, showing pressure on mining firms.