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'''The Pew Campaign for Responsible Mining''' is a project of the [[Pew Environment Group]], focused mainly on reforming the [[General Mining Act of 1872]] in the United States.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://pew.org/1KJ2NI2|title=Campaign for Responsible Mining|website=pew.org}}</ref> |
'''The Pew Campaign for Responsible Mining''' is a project of the [[Pew Environment Group]], focused mainly on reforming the [[General Mining Act of 1872]] in the United States.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://pew.org/1KJ2NI2|title=Campaign for Responsible Mining|website=pew.org}}</ref> |
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'''StandFIRM: Filipinos for the Institution of Responsible Mining'''<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.facebook.com/standfirmph|title=Security Check Required|website=www.facebook.com}}</ref> is a proactive, science-based, truth-anchored, action-oriented, youth-driven national coalition in the Philippines which aims to institutionalize the practice of responsible mining and eradicate irresponsible mining practices. It pushes for policies that address irresponsible mining practices and prioritizes the Filipinos' interests towards the utilization of minerals and benefits gained through mining for national sustainable development.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://archives.bworldonline.com/content.php?section=Economy&title=pro-mining-group-presents-other-side-of-the-coin&id=131504|title= |
'''StandFIRM: Filipinos for the Institution of Responsible Mining'''<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.facebook.com/standfirmph|title=Security Check Required|website=www.facebook.com}}</ref> is a proactive, science-based, truth-anchored, action-oriented, youth-driven national coalition in the Philippines which aims to institutionalize the practice of responsible mining and eradicate irresponsible mining practices. It pushes for policies that address irresponsible mining practices and prioritizes the Filipinos' interests towards the utilization of minerals and benefits gained through mining for national sustainable development.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://archives.bworldonline.com/content.php?section=Economy&title=pro-mining-group-presents-other-side-of-the-coin&id=131504|title=Pro-mining group presents "other side of the coin"|website=BusinessWorld}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.sunstar.com.ph/davao/local-news/2016/08/06/mining-industry-gathers-davao-responsible-mining-489711|title=Mining industry gathers in Davao for responsible mining|first=Juliet C.|last=Revita|date=6 August 2016|publisher=}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://mindanaodailymirror.com/dont-stop-responsible-mining-22151/|title=Don’t stop responsible mining|date=5 August 2016|publisher=}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.theguidon.com/1112/main/2017/05/an-industry-on-the-line/|title=An industry on the line|date=16 May 2017|publisher=The Guidon}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.maccaferri.com/ph/building-strong-ties-with-the-mining-industry/|title=Building Strong Ties with the Mining Industry|date=27 July 2017|publisher=Maccaferri, Inc.}}</ref> |
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Responsible mining is commonly defined as mining that involves and respects all stakeholders, minimizes and takes account of its environmental impact, and prioritizes a fair division of economic and financial benefits.[1][2][3] There is a strong focus on stakeholder engagement, involving governments and the affected communities.
The underlying principles are based on existing international agreements, such as the Rio Declaration and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), involving polluter responsibility, equity, participatory decision making and accountability and transparency.[4] Because the Earth contains a finite amount of minerals – making mining a finite activity – the term responsible mining is preferred over sustainable mining.[5] In practice, responsible mining has different interpretations, referring to advocacy to reform mining activity, as well as to a marketing strategy used by mining companies to promote their operations as environmentally or socially sound. Goals may vary by group.
Responsible mining first appeared in an article entitled "Re-inhabitory Mining"[6] and next in another article titled "Ecological Mining".[7] The term "Responsible Mining" is also claimed as having been formulated by Ranil Senanayake of the International Analog Forestry Network and Brian Hill of the Institute for Cultural Ecology.[citation needed]
Overview
The mining and mineral industry produces necessary components for use in people’s daily lives.[8] Additionally, this industry plays a large role in many developing countries – such as Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Philippines, and Angola, yet has historically created a negative relationship between economic dependence and natural resources and GDP.[8] Companies operating in the mining and minerals industry navigate market demand for essential components and society’s expectations of social and environmental responsibility.[9]
Local communities expect that the risks and impacts of mining are compensated with employment and infrastructure benefits.[9] The industry is also expected to avoid ecologically and culturally sensitive sites, and to produce safe products that do not violate environmental and social standards.[9] In 1998, representatives from ten of the world’s largest mining corporations congregated at the Global Mining Initiative to address the negative attention surrounding the industry.[10] Their 2002 report found that the industry has damaged communities and ecosystems throughout the world, but there is also the potential to generate larger and quicker profits while supporting the community and the environment if mining activities are managed appropriately.[11]
If managed irresponsibly, the mining and minerals industry can foster economic growth and development at the detriment of society and the environment.[3] This can include environmental degradation, displaced populations, and local conflicts.[8] However, responsible mining can create economic growth and development by managing an equitable distribution of mining benefits amongst affected stakeholders.[3]
Groups
'Responsible mining' advocacy is being carried out by several non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and social ventures:
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The Alliance for Responsible Mining[12] is an independent, mission-driven initiative that supports artisanal and small-scale (ASM) miners globally. Established in 2004, the organization’s mission is to enhance social and economic wellbeing, strengthen environmental protection and establish fair governance in ASM communities by formalizing the ASM sector. To achieve its mission, ARM has created an exceptional set of social and environmental standards known as the Fairmined certification. ARM offers extensive and continuous support and training to ASM communities to help them reach the standards, achieve the Fairmined certification and invest in community development. Furthermore, ARM serves as an intermediary for ASM communities, which gives them the opportunity to respond to international markets demanding ethical metals and jewelry. Since 2004, ARM has facilitated the positive transformation of multiple ASM communities in Latin America and is currently expanding its efforts to Africa and Asia.
Tha Artisanal Gold Council[13] Through global partnerships and innovative programs the Artisanal Gold Council (AGC) carries out its mission to improve the opportunities, environment and health of the millions of individuals involved in artisanal and small scale gold mining.
BioVerde, S.A. provides consultancies to protect and advance the rights and traditions of small and medium size mining communities, to provide responsible mining plans of operation, appropriate technology, and to help market limited quantities of precious metals and gems.[14] Two of BioVerde directors were founders of ARM.[citation needed]
Citizens for Responsible Mining is active in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, and is concerned with countering anti-mining sentiment,[15] especially concerning sulfide mining.[16]
The Framework for Responsible Mining is a project of the Center for Science in Public Participation.[17] They define their mission as "a joint effort" that "outlines environmental, human rights, and social issues associated with mining and mined products."[18]
The Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance is a multi-stakeholder initiative involving representatives from civil society, downstream buyers (jewellers, electronics), mining industry, affected communities and labour. They define their mission as "working towards a world where mining operations are consistent with healthy communities and environments, and they leave positive legacies."[19]
Levin Sources is a social venture and consultancy that seeks to drive responsible mining and sourcing practices by working closely with businesses, governments, NGOs and communities in producer nations, with a specific focus on artisanal and small-scale mining.[20] They are responsible for the ‘Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services Transformative Arisanal and Small-scale Mining’ (‘BEST-ASM’) Knowledge Hub[21] and The GIFF Project, an initiative and toolkit for identifying, addressing and raising awareness of illicit financial flows in gold mining as an impediment to responsible mining.[22]
The Pew Campaign for Responsible Mining is a project of the Pew Environment Group, focused mainly on reforming the General Mining Act of 1872 in the United States.[23]
StandFIRM: Filipinos for the Institution of Responsible Mining[24] is a proactive, science-based, truth-anchored, action-oriented, youth-driven national coalition in the Philippines which aims to institutionalize the practice of responsible mining and eradicate irresponsible mining practices. It pushes for policies that address irresponsible mining practices and prioritizes the Filipinos' interests towards the utilization of minerals and benefits gained through mining for national sustainable development.[25][26][27][28][29]
Media coverage
The Nation was critical of the concept in a February 2010 article by Matt Kennard titled "How Responsible Is Socially Responsible Mining?".[30]
Meanwhile, The New York Times has covered the marketing of jewelry made of 'responsibly-mined' gold[31] and the Pew Campaign's efforts to change the 1872 mining law.[32]
References
- ^ Bice, Sara (2016). Responsible Mining: Key Principles for Industry Integrity. Routledge. ISBN 9781317658153.
- ^ Broad, Robin (2014). "Responsible mining: Moving from a buzzword to real responsibility". The Extractive Industries and Society. 1 (1). Elsevier: 4–6.
- ^ a b c Arvanitidis, Nikolaos; Boon, Jan; Nurmi, Pekka; Di Capua, Giuseppe (2017). White Paper on Responsible Mining. International Association for Promoting Geoethics.
- ^ Miranda, Marta; Chambers, David; Coumans, Catherine (2005). Framework for Responsible Mining: A Guide to Evolving Standards (PDF).
- ^ Jarvie-Eggart, Michelle, E. (2015). Responsible Mining: Case Studies in Managing Social & Environmental Risks in the Developed World. SME. ISBN 9780873353731.
{{cite book}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link) - ^ "Re-inhabitory Mining", City Miner, 1979, Vol.4, No.1, Berkeley, California
- ^ "Ecological Mining", Restoring the Earth Conference, Berkeley, California, in Modern Gold Miner & Treasure Hunter, Nov./Dec., 1988
- ^ a b c Byambajav Dalaibuyan, Munkhzul Dorjsuren, Vigya Sharma, Usukhbayar Sainjargal, Ivan Gyozo Somlai, Gerelt-Od Erdenebileg (18 March 2019). "Training manual on responsible mining". United Nations Development Programme. Retrieved 18 December 2020.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link) - ^ a b c Mining, Minerals and Sustainable Development (2002). Breaking New Ground: The Report of the Mining, Minerals and Sustainable Development Project. Mining, Minerals and Sustainable Development. ISBN 1-85383-907-8.
- ^ Bice, Sara (2016). Responsible Mining: Key Principles for Industry Integrity. Routledge. ISBN 9781317658153.
- ^ Goodland, Robert (2012). "Responsible Mining: The Key to Profitable Resource Development". Sustainability. 4 (9): 2099–2126. doi:10.3390/su4092099.
- ^ http://www.responsiblemines.org/, Alliance for Responsible Mining
- ^ "Home - Artisanal Gold Council". Artisanal Gold Council.
- ^ *BioVerde S.A.
- ^ http://www.citizensforresponsiblemining.org/positionstatement.php
- ^ http://www.citizensforresponsiblemining.org/article5.php
- ^ "Framework for Responsible Mining --- ABOUT CSP2". www.frameworkforresponsiblemining.org.
- ^ "Framework for Responsible Mining --- HOME". www.frameworkforresponsiblemining.org.
- ^ "Initiative for Responsible Mining". responsiblemining.net.
- ^ "Building sustainable, valuable and equitable minerals sectors together". Levin Sources.
- ^ "Minerals and the Environment". www.levinsources.com.
- ^ "GIFF: Illicit Financial Flows from Gold".
- ^ "Campaign for Responsible Mining". pew.org.
- ^ "Security Check Required". www.facebook.com.
- ^ "Pro-mining group presents "other side of the coin"". BusinessWorld.
- ^ Revita, Juliet C. (6 August 2016). "Mining industry gathers in Davao for responsible mining".
- ^ "Don't stop responsible mining". 5 August 2016.
- ^ "An industry on the line". The Guidon. 16 May 2017.
- ^ "Building Strong Ties with the Mining Industry". Maccaferri, Inc. 27 July 2017.
- ^ Kennard, Matt (February 17, 2010). "How Sustainable is Socially Responsible Mining?". The Nation. Retrieved April 18, 2010.
- ^ Johnson, Kirk (April 6, 2006). "With This Ethical Ring I Thee Wed (Published 2006)" – via NYTimes.com.
- ^ "Opinion | Unchanged (for the Worse) Since 1872 (Published 2007)". August 20, 2007 – via NYTimes.com.