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The Responsible Gold Mining Principles in relation to other international mining frameworks: A guide for investors

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Summary

The Responsible Gold Mining Principles (RGMPs), developed by the World Gold Council after a two-year consultation with stakeholders and launched in September 2019, provide a comprehensive framework for the gold mining industry to demonstrate ethical, governance, social, safety, and environmental standards. They consist of 51 Principles under ten themes, requiring implementing companies to obtain independent assurance on their public reporting of conformance, building upon existing international codes and standards.

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Issuer

World Gold Council

Year

2020

Region

International

Policy Type

Disclosure

Geographical scope

International

Mandatory or voluntary

Voluntary


Global Reporting Initiative (GRI)
  • Other
Main industries targeted
  • Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas Extraction
  • Finance & Insurance
  • Manufacturing
  • Retail trade
Restrictiveness

Very High

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
  • SDG 1: No Poverty
  • SDG 2: Zero Hunger
  • SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
  • SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
  • SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
  • SDG 10: Reduced Inequality
  • SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
  • SDG 15: Life on Land
  • SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions

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