Cerro Corona in Peru’s Andes mountains is the only mine in Gold Fields’ portfolio that has copper as a by-product. Mining is set to continue until 2026, with stockpiles being processed thereafter until 2030.
Mine
- Cerro Corona: Open pit with gold-copper flotation plant
Life-of-mine (LOM): 5 years
Mining greener
- Supplied with hydro-electric power – certified as 100% renewable energy – by Kallpa Generación
- 83% of water used is recycled or reused
Community impact
- Strong relationships with surrounding communities, with a focus on local employment and procurement, and social programmes focused on education, health and infrastructure
Key stakeholder numbers
- Employees & contractors: 2,096 (418 Gold Fields employees)
- Host community suppliers: 237
- Women in mining: 29% (30% in core mining roles)
- Total payments to Government: US$74m
- Community investments: US$6.8m
Based on 2023 data
Peru 
