Ethical Business Archives

Social Transition Integration In Planning At Landau Colliery, South Africa (Anglo American)

Reducing post‐closure impacts and maximising best value from resources and funds

Progressive closure benefits at Dawson Mine (Anglo American)

Progressive closure to enhance rehabilitation and reduce operational costs

Responsible Procurement at Mitsubishi Materials

Mitsubishi Materials take social factors into account at every stage of the procurement process

Sustainable Procurement at Rio Tinto

Rio Tinto integrates sustainability directly into its procurement policy and principles

The ABB Supplier Sustainability Development Programme

ABB's suppliers receive training about ABB's global requirements

Supplier Engagement at Coca-Cola

Surveying suppliers to identify their views on ways to seek sustainability innovation

Traceability at Newmont

The first gold refinery to recognise the importance of traceability

Long-Term Monitoring of Ecosystem Development – Richards Bay Minerals, South Africa

Rehabilitation programmes provide valuable feedback for mine-closure implementation

Topsoil Handling to Establish Botanical Diversity – Alcoa World Alumina Australia

How conservation of the soil seed bank enhances the botanical diversity of post-mining vegetation

Involving Traditional Owners in Seed Collecting and Rehabilitation Programs – GEMCO Manganese Mine, Australia

Partnering with Indigenous Peoples to achieve successful rehabilitation

The Bushmanland Conservation Initiative – Anglo American/National Biodiversity Institute, South Africa

Meaningful resolution through systematic conservation planning

Public Participation and Community Liaison during the ESIA Process – Gamsberg Zinc Project, South Africa

The importance of community liaison during the ESIA process

Partnership for Improved Biodiversity Understanding – Pic de Fon Forest, Guinea

How Rio Tinto's partnerships have benefited biodiversity and mining relationships

Restoring Botanical Richness after Bauxite Mining – the Jarrah Forest, Southwestern Australia

Alcoa's scientifically based, best practice rehabilitation procedure

Involving Communities in Mine Life Planning – Gregory Crinum Coal Mine, Australia

Community and company developing effective mine life planning strategies

Sustainable Post-Closure Land Uses – Misima Mines Limited, Papua New Guinea

Effective integration of biodiversity considerations into mine closure planning

Participatory water quality monitoring in the Athabasca Basin, Canada

Effective environmental monitoring program established by a collective

Understanding water issues across the mine’s life cycle

A hypothetical assessment providing costs, and current and future water requirements for a mine

Why is Mining with Principles Important to You?

FPIC in Action: Documenting FPIC-Related Processes During Exploration Phase – in Suriname

Obtaining the FPIC of the Pamaka people in line with the ICMM position statement

Cowal Mine – Procurement from Indigenous Suppliers

Co-operative approach to doing business and creating a local procurement plan.

Raglan Mine – Accessing Royalties and Profit-Sharing Mechanisms

Paving the way for a range of financial benefit-sharing measures in Canada.

Red Dog Mine – Accessing Royalties and Profit-Sharing Mechanisms

Celebrating 25 years of an innovative operating agreement

Fostering Local Culture and Language – Shoshone Youth Language Apprenticeship Program

Pioneering program to reinvigorate local language and culture and strengthen self-identity

Muntjiljtarra Wurrgumu Group’s Martu Attitudinal Survey

The reasons behind the group's low capacity to work and enterprise opportunities

Preserving Traditions and Promoting Arts and Culture

Positive approaches to preserving the unique cultures of Indigenous Peoples

Respecting the Cultural Heritage of Indigenous Peoples

Developing a Cultural Heritage Management Plan to preserve cultural heritage materials.

Establishing Educational Programs to Promote Continued Development

Consistent investment in educational programs is key to ICMM members

Flexibility and Co-operation in Delivering on Agreements

Discussing continuing issues and negotiating better outcomes for both company and community

Addressing the Gender Gap

Providing opportunities and support for indigenous women in the industrial workplace and at home

Collaborative Consultation – Experience with a First Nations Independent Technical Review

ICMM members understand how independent reviews and collaboration help develop trust

Managing Expectations

Reducing risks by effectively addressing grievances before they escalate

Cultivating Mutual Understanding and Learning

Apologising for past mistakes and committing to a relationship built on openness and mutual respect

Gaining necessary context to inform effective risk assessments

Obtaining background information to make informed decisions before entering a country

Managing equipment transfers

Safeguarding equipment transfers to effectively manage human rights risks

Establishing a collective approach to offshore security

Developing a framework which respects human rights and fundamental freedoms

Conducting Due Diligence on Government-backed Militia

Employing and monitoring auxiliary forces inline with the VPs

Incorporating the VPs into Investment Agreements

Company assists host government and PSPs to ensure the details of agreements are achieved