mining company and being the intermediaries between the community and the mine when problems arise. This brief offers insights and recommendations for both Zambian policy makers and private-sector actors. It focusses on the interactions between the mining company and traditional leaders in areas with active mines. By analysing
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Mining Policy Framework (MPF). It focuses on the role that national governments can play in ensuring the effective and sustainable management of the environment and natural …
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A multi-methods research approach is used to investigate the hypothesis that it is possible to deliver more sustainable outcomes than those offered by traditional engagement and corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategies if mining companies employ policies and practices that resolve problems shared by both company and …
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A wide array of environmental regulations affects mining (Bridge, 2004): greenhouse gas regulations (fuel taxes, emission trading, etc.), water pollution legislation, regulationof landuse, policiesonwaste management and toxic chemicals, etc. Such environmental policies may represent costly investments for mining companies as firms will need to
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An EMS, which is the component of the overall management system that includes organizational procedures, environmental responsibilities, and processes, can help a mining company comply with environmental regulations, identify technical and economic benefits, and ensure that corporate environmental policies are adopted and …
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Trend analysis confirmed the first hypothesis that mining companies comply with environmental information disclosure in China. This was seen from the great improvement in the environmental disclosure for mining companies between 2008 and 2010 after the enforcement of EIDD. The increase continued gradually till 2018.
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Mining operations by Canadian firms across nine Latin American countries are causing "serious environmental impacts" by destroying glaciers, contaminating water and rivers, and cutting down forest ...
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Respecting and safeguarding the environment is a fundamental principle held by all Tata Group companies. Attaining excellence in Environmental Sustainability is a strategic enabler in our quest to set benchmarks in Value Creation and Corporate Citizenship. Our actions and approach towards are guided by our policies, Tata Code of Conduct and UN …
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Four hundred people attended public mineral policy workshops held in March 1996, at which a wide range of issues were debated. Bilateral meetings were held with inter alia provincial governments, ministries, departments, investment analysts, foreign-owned mining companies and environmental interest groups. In addition written submissions …
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A group of environmental hacktivists are targeting mining and oil companies in Central and South America, leaking their internal emails. by Lorenzo Franceschi-Bicchierai August 16, 2022, 1:00pm
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ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 3, 2021 – The Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI) of the Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) today announced the release of its …
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The environmental performance of mining companies has been the focus of investors (Tregidga et al., 2014; Kilian and Hennigs, 2014) and relevant disclosure policy requirements. The G indicators may have a low disclosure ratio for two reasons.
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POLICY (2020) At SSR Mining, we acknowledge that mining operations can have impacts on the environment and the ... the environment and ensure positive legacy in the communities we operate in ... and work to minimize the volume of fresh water used by …
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The report examines the context and state of sustainability reporting in the large-scale mining sector, with a specific focus on what governments have done to enhance the transparency of the sector. Among findings of the report are the growing demand for more detailed disclosures at the mine-site level and the need for increased …
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The adoption of corporate responsibility policies and processes at company level and via industry-wide initiatives has led to improvements throughout mineral supply chains. ...
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The World Bank carried out a Strategic Environmental and Social Assessment (SESA) of the mining sector, calling for new policies and strengthened institutions and governance for mining (World Bank, 2008). These recommendations would inform and greatly influence policy dialogue. ... To obtain the environmental license, …
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At the request of the Government of Namibia, and in collaboration with the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MME), the Intergovernmental Forum on Mining, Minerals, Metals and Sustainable Development (IGF) is working to advance such policies and good governance practices in Namibia, through the use of its Mining Policy Framework (MPF).
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Resource and Environmental Complliance Policy - Environmental Objectives Policy for Mining - March 2020 Author: Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety - Resource and Environmental Complliance Division Subject: Resource and Environmental Complliance Policy Keywords: Policy; Environmental Objectives; Mining Created Date
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The National Mining Association (NMA) is committed to advancing progress on Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) issues. In 2020, the NMA established a CEO-led ESG Task Force to examine a wide range of ESG issues and policy positions and to promote innovative solutions that enhance ESG performance amongst member …
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introduced through legislation and policies as tools that mining companies should utilize to ensure that hazards to the environment are reduced in mining operations (Wahaab, 2003). The EMP's purpose is to ensure that the environment is rehabilitated and sustainable in the sense that it perpetually continues to be beneficial and
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This research investigates the influence of stakeholder demands on environmental disclosure in mining companies in ASEAN. The influence of these stakeholders is analyzed using the stakeholder theory framework. The research sample is 100 companies in the mining industry listed in the OSIRIS database in 2017-2019. This …
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Mining companies can support the economies of affected communities such as through local procurement (supports SDG 8), which can also be beneficial in a situation such as …
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Mining Policy Framework (MPF). It focuses on the role that national governments can play in ensuring the effective and sustainable management of the environment and natural resources by the mining sector, using the legislative, regulatory, and policy tools and mechanisms at their disposal, including, in particular, Environmental and Social Impact
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The mining regulations of 1999 make it mandatory for mining companies to submit an environmental impact statement (EIS) and an environmental management plan (EMP). However, environmental policies are not effectively implemented due mainly to weak institutional and environmental framework.
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Mining is a crucial industry — from iron and copper to gravel and sand, we depend on it for the basic building blocks of the modern world. It is a fast changing sector, as the clean energy ...
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Regulating these activities mainly depends on national frameworks and policies, but implementing good practices remains problematic. To truly shift to …
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Quality, Environment, Safety and Health Policy. Apex Mining Co., Inc. (AMCI) envisions inclusive progress in harmony with sustainable development through continuous improvement of business practices as a responsible mining company. The company is committed to: A – Attain the quality satisfaction of stakeholders while maintaining …
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Campaigners have been sounding the alarm about the environmental impact of mining, ... associate policy officer for environmental justice at the European Environmental Bureau. ... Mining companies' top concern is a fast-tracking of permitting procedures for new projects — something they fear would become impossible under an …
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The U.S. Department of Interior Bureau of Land Management and the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service regulate mining activities on federal land managed by these agencies. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, EPA, and state agencies also have roles in regulating the mining industry. The following links are intended to help …
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Regulating these activities mainly depends on national frameworks and policies, but implementing good practices remains problematic. To truly shift to "sustainable mining," governments and companies must recognize the social impacts of mining, and enact laws and regulations that require community consultation throughout the life of a …
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and policies that support sustainable development through its Mining Policy Framework for Mining and Sustainable Development (MPF). At the World Summit on Sustainable …
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J-WAFS researchers Scott Odell, a visiting researcher in MIT's Environmental Solutions Initiative, and John Fernández, a professor in MIT's Department of Architecture, are examining climate change, copper mining, and desalination, and their environmental and social impacts on Indigenous communities, glaciers, and agriculture …
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Consequently, the paper contributes to ameliorate policy complexities that both government and mining companies face in their push to address the adverse environmental effects of mining on local communities and contribute to sustainable development. Against this background, this paper aims to: (1)
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1.1 What regulates mining law? Mining law is regulated by the State policies laid down under the 1987 Constitution mandating that the State owns all natural resources. The main mining legislation is the Philippine Mining Act of 1995, Republic Act (RA) No. 7942 (Mining Act) and its Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR), and the …
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The metals and mining sector is central to the climate, nature and energy nexus. Mining companies can better understand and manage their environmental footprint by measuring the extent, condition and value of their natural assets over time using natural capital accounts (NCA). NCA do not put a price on nature so that it can be bought …
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ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY Endeavour Mining Corporation (the "Corporation") is committed to sustainable development and we recognize that the long …
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Health, Safety, Environment & Communities Policy. We commit to safety and health as a way of life. In addition, we take responsibility for minimising impacts on the environment, providing benefits to our communities and restoring the land for future generations. Our vision is to operate safe, healthy and environmentally responsible workplaces ...
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Governments also have a key role in minimising and mitigating the environmental and social impacts of mining projects, including risks associated with geopolitical tensions, …
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