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Introduction to the industry norm and Copper Mark requirements on Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions.
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This module covers the first part of Step 3: Independent Assessment, the Independent Desk Review of the Self-Assessment.
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The second in the series of 5, this training module looks at the implementation of Step 1: Letter of Commitment and Step 2: Self-Assessment in the Copper Mark Assurance Process.
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27 August 2020 The Copper Mark, the International Lead Association (ILA), the International Zinc Association (IZA), the Nickel Institute and the Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI) are pleased to announce that the Joint Due Diligence Standard for Copper, Lead, Nickel and Zinc has been published for consultation. The five organizations are collaborating to develop a joint […]
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The first in a series of 5 introductory modules, this training provides an overview of the Copper Mark and the five steps of the Assurance Process. The training focuses on practical steps for implementation. Chinese version forthcoming.
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24 August 2020 The Copper Mark proudly awards Kennecott Utah Copper LLC, Rio Tinto’s site in Utah, United States, as its first producer. To achieve the Copper Mark, Kennecott’s operations were independently assessed across more than 30 criteria covering the environment, community, business and human rights, labor and working conditions, and governance categories. Demonstrating a […]
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In October 2019, the London Metal Exchange (LME) finalized its requirements on responsible sourcing for Brands. Starting 2023, LME Brands must be compliant with the OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Supply Chains of Minerals from Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas (OECD Guidance). To support Brands in this effort, The Copper Mark, the International Lead Association(ILA), the International Zinc […]
Read MoreUnique ID P0063 Country Belgium Letter of Commitment Read Letter Award Date 2024/05/03 Summary Report Summary Report Status Partially meets for some or all applicable criteria; improvement plan in progress Number of criteria found to be partially meets 6 Type(s) of Operation(s) Fabrication & Roasting Mark The Molybdenum Mark Further Information
Read MoreUnique ID P0074 Country Brazil Letter of Commitment Read Letter Award Date 2024/05/03 Summary Report Summary Report Status Partially meets for some or all applicable criteria; improvement plan in progress Number of criteria found to be partially meets 13 Type(s) of Operation(s) Mining Mark The Nickel Mark Further Information
Read MoreThe Copper Mark and Toward Sustainable Mining are engaged in a pilot! Toward Sustainable Mining (TSM) Pilot The Mining Association of Canada (MAC) and The Copper Mark launched a pilot project to enhance the assurance processes of both Towards Sustainable Mining (TSM) and the Copper Mark standards. The pilot merges the assurance processes of both organizations. […]
Read MoreThe Copper Mark Chain of Custody Standard allows for product level claims. THE CHAIN OF CUSTODY STANDARD The Copper Mark Chain of Custody Standard sets the rules to support product-level claims related to “Copper Mark copper.” It seeks to increase transparency in copper supply chains and to bring responsibly sourced copper to the market. […]
Read MoreThe Zinc Mark is available for entities in the zinc supply chain. THE ZINC MARK What sites are eligible to receive The Zinc Mark? A site is eligible to receive The Zinc Mark if it is involved in the extraction, processing, treatment, mixing, recycling, handling, or otherwise manipulating of zinc. The Zinc Mark is a […]
Read MoreThe Nickel Mark is available for entities in the nickel supply chain. THE NICKEL MARK What sites are eligible to receive The Nickel Mark? A site is eligible to receive The Nickel Mark if it is involved in the extraction, processing, treatment, mixing, recycling, handling, or otherwise manipulating of nickel. The Nickel Mark is a […]
Read MoreThe Molybdenum Mark is available for entities in the molybdenum supply chain. THE MOLYBDENUM MARK What sites are eligible to receive The Molybdenum Mark? A site is eligible to receive The Molybdenum Mark if it is involved in the extraction, processing, treatment, mixing, recycling, handling, or otherwise manipulating of molybdenum. What standards can the site […]
Read MoreThe Copper Mark is available for entities in the copper supply chain. THE COPPER MARK What sites are eligible to receive The Copper Mark? A site is eligible to receive The Copper Mark if it is involved in the extraction, processing, treatment, mixing, recycling, handling or otherwise manipulating of copper. What standards can the site […]
Read MoreAssessors and Participants can access training materials at any time here. ASSESSOR TRAINING Assessors are required to undergo training in order to receive and maintain approval with the Copper Mark. Most training modules are available below. The Copper Mark training is focused on the assurance process and soft assessment skills, relevant industry information, and changes […]
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April 23, 2024 – The Copper Mark stands as the world’s leading assurance framework for responsible value chains of copper, molybdenum, nickel and zinc. A revised standard effective from 1st January 2024 further enhances the value of The Copper Mark and its sister products The Molybdenum Mark, The Nickel Mark and The Zinc Mark for […]
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