Tool 3 – Institutional Arrangements
Institutional arrangements shape the regulatory environment in which mining and metals operations take place. Close attention should be paid to understanding institutional dynamics and factors that can cause compliance regulations to change. This applies across the national, state/provincial and local scale.
Step Guide
STEP
1
Look at which institutions are responsible for water resources regulation, allocation, management and licensing
STEP
2
Who is responsible for water resources, infrastructure development and operations?
STEP
3
Who is responsible for water supply, sanitation and bulk water supply?
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4
Who sets regulations relating to catchment functions such as the environment, mineral resources, land, agriculture, waste discharge, catchment rehabilitation etc?
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5
Consider the time horizon over which institutions may adjust regulation
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6
Consider major national developmental imperatives and the implications these may create for how water is regulated now and in the future
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7
Look at opportunities to engage with regulators on good practice