8-43 Enduring Value. The Australian minerals industry framework for sustainable development

Summary

Enduring Value puts the minerals industry’s commitment to sustainable development into practice. In the mining and metals sector, sustainable development means that minerals projects should be safe, financially profitable, technically appropriate, and environmentally and socially responsible.

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Issuer

Australia

Year

2015

Region

Oceania

Policy Type

Disclosure

Geographical scope

National

Mandatory or voluntary

Voluntary

Global Reporting Initiative (GRI)

Other

Main industries targeted

Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas Extraction
Public administration
Finance & Insurance
Administrative, Support, Waste Management

Restrictiveness

Very High

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 1: No Poverty
SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
SDG 4: Quality Education
SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
SDG 10: Reduced Inequality
SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
SDG 14: Life Below Water
SDG 15: Life on Land
SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals