Due diligence essentials for responsible minerals

Minerals play an essential role in energy, transport, construction, industry and modern technologies. However, their extraction, processing and trade are associated with significant environmental, social and governance risks.

The publication explores the characteristics of mineral value chains, environmental impacts, human rights and labour conditions, corruption, illicit trade and risks of financing armed groups. It also examines the challenges and opportunities of implementing effective due diligence, including the use of international standards and traceability systems.

The publication is primarily intended for companies outside the mining sector seeking to understand their exposure to minerals-related risks, as well as policymakers and other stakeholders.

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