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Newsflash November 2024

November 25, 2024

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ResponsibleSteel Recognition

November 7, 2024

ResponsibleSteel recognises the Copper Mark as an input material programme for Progress Levels 1 to 3 of their International Production Standard. The steel sector relies heavily on mined and processed minerals as an input to production processes. To help ensure that steel companies can increasingly source minerals from responsible suppliers, ResponsibleSteel recognises input material programmes […]

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The Consolidated Mining Standard Initiative launches first public consultation 

October 16, 2024

London, UK – The Copper Mark, Mining Association of Canada, ICMM and World Gold Council – Partners of the Consolidated Mining Standard Initiative (CMSI) – have published a draft consolidated standard, governance model, assurance process and related reporting and claims policy, and encourage stakeholders to provide their views during a 60-day public consultation.  The vision for […]

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Case study Marcobre – Mina Justa

October 9, 2024

A strong commitment to responsible mining and continuous improvement The mining site Mina Justa, located on Peru’s southern coast, was awarded The Copper Mark in April 2024. An achievement which aligns seamlessly with the ambitious sustainability strategy of owner Marcobre. However, the assurance process still proved intensive and challenging. No fewer than 256 actions were […]

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Newsflash September 2024

September 25, 2024

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Call for Consultants on Environmental Due Diligence Tool

September 17, 2024

The Copper Mark would like to develop an environmental due diligence tool and is looking for a consultant to:  1. Review and validate preliminary research that has already been carried out by a Copper Mark participant / member of ICA, producing an assessment of how the tool should be developed.  2. Develop a Microsoft excel- (or other easily […]

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Reforzando las prácticas mineras responsables en el Perú 

September 10, 2024

Un tercio de la producción minera de cobre peruana proviene de minas que obtuvieron The Copper Mark. Dos minas obtuvieron The Copper Mark in Agosto. Con ello, Perú da un gran paso hacia la producción responsable asegurada. Perú es el segundo productor de cobre más grande del mundo. Actualmente, más del 30 % de su producción […]

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Reinforcing Responsible Mining Practices in Peru

September 10, 2024

A third of Peruvian copper mine production from sites awarded The Copper Mark. With two more mining sites obtaining The Copper Mark in August, Peru demonstrates a major step towards assured responsible production. The second largest copper mined producer in the world, the country now has more than 30% percent of its mined production coming […]

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Facts & Figures August 2024

August 30, 2024

Here is a closer look at the updated Facts & Figures for August 2024 showing the Copper Mark’s progress to date.

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COPPER IS CRUCIAL FOR ENERGY TRANSITION IN GERMANY

August 20, 2024

COPPER IS CRUCIAL FOR ENERGY TRANSITION IN GERMANY: The Copper Mark supports German industry in responsible sourcing 20 August 2024 – Copper is essential for Germany’s shift to sustainable energy. The red metal is the foundation for wind turbines, solar panels, power grids, and electric vehicles. The German industry faces the challenge of achieving the much-needed […]

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LME: THE RESPONSIBLE SOURCING PROPOSAL MUST BE “EFFECTIVE AND FAIR”

June 4, 2019

Georgina Hallett, who leads the work in responsible sourcing of the London Metal Exchange (LME), says the LME is not seeking to create its own standard or certification system, but rather to use the existing work to ensure that companies comply with the LME guidelines. Copper Mark could be among the certifications considered. Continue Reading […]

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The Copper Mark – Ensuring Responsible Production

May 28, 2019

The Members of the International Copper Association (ICA) are proud to introduce the Copper Mark—a new assurance system for responsible copper production. Goals of the Program Designed for and in participation with the copper industry, the Copper Mark aims to demonstrate and improve the industry’s contribution to sustainable development over time by assessing the performance […]

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