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The Mining Association of Canada and The Copper Mark collaborate to enhance Accountability, Transparency, and Credibility

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

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OTTAWA, ON and CHELTENHAM, ON, March 26, 2024 /CNW/ - The Mining Association of Canada (MAC) and The Copper Mark are pleased to announce a new collaboration on an important pilot project to enhance the assurance processes of both Towards Sustainable Mining (TSM) and the Copper Mark standards.

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OTTAWA, ON and CHELTENHAM, ON, March 26, 2024 /CNW/ - The Mining Association of Canada (MAC) and The Copper Mark are pleased to announce a new collaboration on an important pilot project to enhance the assurance processes of both Towards Sustainable Mining (TSM) and the Copper Mark standards.
TSM and the Copper Mark have always been committed for their standards and assurance processes to provide accountability, transparency, and credibility for their users.
The Copper Mark staff will also join as observers of MAC's national Community-of-Interest panel, including the post-verification review process.
MAC and the Copper Mark believe that this pilot project will help inform the development of a converged assurance process for the new converged standard.

Boliden publishes Annual and Sustainability Report 2023

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

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The report highlights the company's development and performance within areas such as productivity, investments, and sustainability.

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The report highlights the company's development and performance within areas such as productivity, investments, and sustainability.
The printed version of the Annual and Sustainability Report will be available from April and distributed to the shareholders who have previously subscribed to printed publications.
In addition, Boliden's audited Sustainability Index, in accordance with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards, has been published.
Since 2021, Boliden also reports in accordance with the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) and the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM).

Mining leaders make landmark commitments to support a nature positive future

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

Collaborate across value chains: Develop initiatives and partnerships that halt and reverse nature loss throughout supply and distribution chains.

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Collaborate across value chains: Develop initiatives and partnerships that halt and reverse nature loss throughout supply and distribution chains.
Rohitesh Dhawan, President and CEO, ICMM announced the nature commitments at a Nature Positive Initiative event in Davos today, commenting: "The mining industry owes its very existence to nature.
Marco Lambertini, Convenor of the Nature Positive Initiative, said: "Today's commitment from the mining sector to contribute to a nature-positive future is welcome.
Action on nature is an integral part of ICMM's Mining Principles, representing our member companies' comprehensive commitment to a responsible mining and metals industry.

Mining leaders make landmark commitments to support a nature positive future

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

Collaborate across value chains: Develop initiatives and partnerships that halt and reverse nature loss throughout supply and distribution chains.

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Collaborate across value chains: Develop initiatives and partnerships that halt and reverse nature loss throughout supply and distribution chains.
Rohitesh Dhawan, President and CEO, ICMM announced the nature commitments at a Nature Positive Initiative event in Davos today, commenting: "The mining industry owes its very existence to nature.
Marco Lambertini, Convenor of the Nature Positive Initiative, said: "Today's commitment from the mining sector to contribute to a nature-positive future is welcome.
Action on nature is an integral part of ICMM's Mining Principles, representing our member companies' comprehensive commitment to a responsible mining and metals industry.

Barrick Supports Consolidated Standard for Responsible Mining

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

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TORONTO, Nov. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Barrick Gold Corporation (NYSE:GOLD)(TSX:ABX) – The Copper Mark, Mining Association of Canada, ICMM and the World Gold Council today announced their intention to work together to consolidate their respective responsible mining standards into one single standard.

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TORONTO, Nov. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Barrick Gold Corporation (NYSE:GOLD)(TSX:ABX) – The Copper Mark, Mining Association of Canada, ICMM and the World Gold Council today announced their intention to work together to consolidate their respective responsible mining standards into one single standard.
Barrick supports this initiative and has been an advocate of this consolidation for many years.
“Having one standard for responsible mining will not only provide clear direction on what good should look like but would reduce the complexity that exists with the numerous standards currently in circulation,” said Barrick president and chief executive Mark Bristow.
Barrick is actively involved in the development of the standard and has representation on the Industry Advisory Board as well as oversight as a member of three of the founding partners.

Global Sustainable Mining Solutions Market Landscape 2023-2032: Understanding the 73% Market Share of Public Players in 2022 With a Look to the Future

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Thursday, December 28, 2023

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Asia-Pacific and Japan - Japan, India, Australia, and Rest-of-Asia-Pacific and Japan

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Asia-Pacific and Japan - Japan, India, Australia, and Rest-of-Asia-Pacific and Japan
In the global sustainable mining solutions market, North America dominated the market due to stringent environmental regulations that have compelled mining companies to embrace sustainable practices.
Moreover, the region benefits from the presence of prominent organizations and associations dedicated to advancing sustainable mining.
Such initiatives are further pushing mining companies to invest in cleaner, more sustainable vehicles, which is expected to augment the market growth of the sustainable mining solutions market.
Of the top players profiled in the report, the public companies operating in the global sustainable mining solutions market accounted for around 73% of the market share in 2022, while the private companies operating in the market captured around 27% of the market share.

Kansas City Hosts First Annual Young Enterprising Women Mentoring Forum

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Saturday, November 11, 2023

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KANSAS CITY, Mo., Nov. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Young Enterprising Women Mentoring Forum was held this week., providing an exclusive opportunity for high school girls grades 9-12 with a passion for STEM and a desire to learn from successful women in the community. This event is intended to inspire students on the topics of career choices, entrepreneurship, leadership, and financial literacy.

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KANSAS CITY, Mo., Nov. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Young Enterprising Women Mentoring Forum was held this week., providing an exclusive opportunity for high school girls grades 9-12 with a passion for STEM and a desire to learn from successful women in the community.
The forum began with a welcome keynote from Faye Coleman, national co-chair of Enterprising Women Foundation.
This was followed by a panel discussion and mentoring sessions from women entrepreneurs and leaders from the Greater Kansas City area.
Dana Hetrick, President of Lucas Commercial Flooring and chair of the Kansas City Young Enterprising Women Mentoring Forum stated, "It's exciting to bring this to Kansas City's next generation of women leaders.

Richard C. Adkerson Inducted into the National Mining Hall of Fame

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Monday, October 30, 2023

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (NYSE: FCX) today announced Richard C. Adkerson, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, has been inducted into the National Mining Hall of Fame in recognition of his contributions to the global mining industry.

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Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (NYSE: FCX) today announced Richard C. Adkerson, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, has been inducted into the National Mining Hall of Fame in recognition of his contributions to the global mining industry.
Adkerson is a long-standing member and past chair of the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM), where he has championed initiatives to strengthen environmental and social performance in the mining industry.
“Richard is an outstanding, inspirational and visionary leader,” Kathleen Quirk, President, wrote in her letter supporting Adkerson’s nomination.
Commenting on Adkerson’s induction, former Board member, business partner and personal friend, Dr. Henry Kissinger, said, “Richard is a preeminent candidate for the National Mining Hall of Fame.

Alcoa Corporation Reports Third Quarter 2023 Results

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

Net loss attributable to Alcoa Corporation was $168 million, or $0.94 per share.

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Net loss attributable to Alcoa Corporation was $168 million, or $0.94 per share.
Additionally, the third quarter results include the benefit of a $58 million valuation allowance reversal on the deferred tax assets of the Company’s subsidiaries in Iceland.
Alcoa disclosed before an August 2023 deadline its progress for applicable facilities, in accordance with the ICMM Conformance Protocol.
Alcoa will hold its quarterly conference call at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, to present third quarter 2023 financial results and discuss the business, developments, and market conditions.

Global Leaders Gather in Sydney to Power the Global Energy Transition

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

"The mining and resources industry is evolving rapidly to meet the growing energy demands of today while developing the minerals needed for a decarbonised economy - under unprecedented scrutiny from communities, regulators and investors.

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"The mining and resources industry is evolving rapidly to meet the growing energy demands of today while developing the minerals needed for a decarbonised economy - under unprecedented scrutiny from communities, regulators and investors.
Ms Richards said: "Mining and resources have never been more important for sustainable economic, social and innovative development across the globe.
We need more exploration and development to match surging demand for the critical minerals that are central to the global energy transition.
IMARC 2023 is where the most important conversations are being held about how mining and resources can help achieve global development sustainably and equitably.