The Copper Mark is an assurance framework set up to promote the responsible production of copper.

We work with companies and organisations throughout the copper industry to enable them to better understand and meet the increasing demands for independently verified responsible production practices, and to contribute positively to sustainable development.


Copper Mark overview
The Copper Mark demonstrates the copper industry’s contribution to sustainable development and provides a comprehensive social and environmental assurance program for copper production. Copper producers participating in the Copper Mark are committed to adhering to internationally recognized responsible operating practices.
What we do
The Copper Mark’s Standards (Criteria for Responsible Production and Joint Due Diligence Standard) combined with the site assessments provide up-to-date and credible information on responsible practices, strengthening transparency for investors, civil society, and companies using copper in their products.
Who we partner with
The Copper Mark’s participants cover key supply chain actors across mining, smelting and refining operations, and our downstream partners include world-leading companies and brands which use copper in their products.
Join us
The Copper Mark recognizes organizations committed to responsible operating practices with regards to the environment, employees, local communities and governance.
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