Rio+20 repercussion in mining

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1 Rio+20 repercussion in mining

2 AGENDA 1- The Institute 2- History of mining sector participation 3- Repercussion of the debates in mining sector 4- The role of IBRAM as a driver towards sustainability

3 IBRAM-Brazilian Mining Association Non-profit private organization that represents the Brazilian Mineral Industry; Founded in 1976; Congregates 226 companies [mining and non-mining]; Represents more than 85% of the Brazilian Mineral Production (US$ 50 billion in 2011). IBRAM has two regional offices in the States of Minas Gerais and Pará. The Headquarters is located in Brasilia - Capital of Brazil.

4 IBRAM-Brazilian Mining Association Pará Brasilia Bahia Rio Grande do Sul Minas Gerais

5 IBRAM Performance 1 2 Advocacy Mineral Sector in Federal and State Levels Mining Congress, Exposition and Seminars Mining Image [reputation] 3 Working Programs Bests Practices to the mining sector

6 History of mining sector participation in international debates

7 RIO-92 - United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED) visibility to social and environmental issues in national and international agendas; principles of common but differentiated responsibilities; Small participation of the private sector and civil society; Translated into political documents: 21 Agenda UNFCCC (climate change negotiations) CBD WBCSD

8 RIO+10 - WORLD SUMMIT ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT UNDP Establishment of Millennium Development Goals - MDG Mining activity that can contribute to the MDG and benefit a region

9 MMSD MINING, MINERALS AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT Created in 2002; Part of, but independent form Global Mining Initiative; Convened by WBCSD Driven by mining companies: Agreement on how to start meeting the challenges of SD Helped to frame the sector contributions to Rio +10 Create a mandate for ICMM Industry s responsibility on Sustainable Development

10 MMSD MINING, MINERALS AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT BREAKING NEW GROUND MMSD S FINAL REPORT (2002)

11 MMSD +10: DECADE REFLECTING ON A Achievements against the SD agenda set out by MMSD; Ongoing challenges to maximizing mining s contribution New issues that, combining with ongoing challenges, may help shape the next 10 years Available on: pdf?

12 RIO+20 - CONFERENCE ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

13 RIO+20 - CONFERENCE ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT MASSIVE PRESENCE OF THE PRIVATE SECTOR

14 RIO+20 - CONFERENCE ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

15 RIO+20 - CONFERENCE ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT Clear references to the Green Economy; Recognition of the indispensable role of the private sector in delivering sustainable development on the ground; Recognition for much greater collaboration between governments and business over sustainability. The need to strengthen sustainability reporting both at company and national levels.

16 Specifically to the mining sector.

17 RIO+20 - CONFERENCE ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT 227. We acknowledge that minerals and metals make a major contribution to the world economy and modern societies. We note that mining industries are important to all countries with mineral resources, in particular developing countries. We also note that mining offers the opportunity to catalyse broad-based economic development, reduce poverty and assist countries in meeting internationally agreed development goals, including the Millennium Development Goals, when managed effectively and properly. We acknowledge that countries have the sovereign right to develop their mineral resources according to their national priorities and responsibility regarding the exploitation of resources described in the Rio Principles. We further acknowledge that mining activities should maximize social and economic benefits, as well as effectively address negative environmental and social impacts. In this regard, we recognize that Governments need strong capacities to develop, manage and regulate their mining industries, in the interest of sustainable development.

18 RIO+20 - CONFERENCE ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT 228. We recognize the importance of strong and effective legal and regulatory frameworks, policies and practices for the mining sector that deliver economic and social benefits and include effective safeguards that reduce social and environmental impacts, as well as conserve biodiversity and ecosystems, including during postmining closure. We call on governments and businesses to promote the continuous improvement of accountability and transparency, as well as the effectiveness of the relevant existing mechanisms to prevent the illicit financial flows from mining activities.

19 WHAT DOES THAT MEAN IN REAL WORLD?

20 We have an opportunity to do it the right way without onerous regulations or financial levies mining and minerals will have a strategic role in the transition to a "green economy

21 Opportunities to the sector Sector represents the basis of the society- today and future Activity relevant to the economic and social development of many countries Green economy Major efficiency mineração has fundamental role decreasing the pressure on the use of primary resources Recycling capacity Increase the life cycle of a mineral good

22 Opportunities to the sector search for alternatives sources or energy Metals are crucial for the development of new alternatives REE s Green tecnologies electric vehicles, hybrid batteries, energyefficient light bulbs, flat panel monitors, computer hardware, high-performance magnets and advanced defense system

23 Opportunities to the sector alternative employment of minerals in innovative technologies greater efficiency and lower energy consumption use of platinum in catalytic converters automotive, metallurgical coal in wind turbines, use of copper for electric motors more efficients

24 Opportunities to the sector Generates benefits to the society?

25 Opportunities to the sector

26 Opportunities to the sector

27 Opportunities to the sector

28 International Trends Implement and maintain ethical business practices and corporate governance systems intact; Integrate sustainable development considerations in the process of corporate decision-making; Contribute to conservation of biodiversity and integrated approaches to land use planning; Facilitate and encourage the development, use, reuse, recycling and disposal of our products in a responsible manner;

29 International Trends Establish effective and transparent agreements with stakeholders for engagement, communication and independently verified the information; Uphold fundamental human rights and respect cultures and values in dealings with employees and others affected by our activities; Implement risk management strategies based on valid data and well-founded in science;

30 International Trends Contribute to the social, economic and institutional development on the communities where we work; Seek continual improvement of our performance in the areas of health and safety and environment;

31 Accountability and Transparency Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) - Sustainability Reporting Guidelines Supplement Mining and Metals Sector World Economic Forum w/ the document World Scenario Series Mining and Metals ICMM Principles of sustainable development Towards Sustainable Mining _ TSM/ Mining Association of Canada Extractive Industries Transparency Iniciative EITI Principles Standards International Social and Environmental Performance of the International Finance Corporation (IFC) - the private sector arm of the World Bank that finances and supports sustainable private sector projects around the world Framework for Responsible Mining efforts of several stakeholders. It oulines environmental, human rights and social issues

32 WHAT IBRAM IS DOING ABOUT IT?

33 Working Programs - IBRAM Water Resources Management Safety & Healthy Climate Change Safety of tailing dams Mining Closure IBRAM Amazon APA Sul territorial planning methodology Mining Image Management practices to sustainability

34 Inventory of sustainable practices in the mining industry: 20 years of history Available to download

35 GHG EMISSION IN THE MINING SECTOR t de CO 2 e

36 BEST PRACTICES GUIDE IN MINE CLOSURE IBRAM is promoting a brazilian guide about the theme In partnership w/ USP Brazilian specifications / Little experience in Country Guide for planning the closure and not a guide to prepare closure plans scheduled for first half of 2013

37 HEALTH AND SAFETY Minimize risks to the health and safety of workers involved in mining; Compliance with Brazilian legislation and the principles of the ICMM; Promotion of courses, seminars, conferences and lectures in Occupational Safety and Health; Exchange of experiences and best practices among companies; Production of statistical data, indicators of accidents and technical papers developed by experts

38 IBRAM & ICMM Available on:

39 FURTHERMORE Increased understanding of the industry about the challenges of sustainability; Promoting events and regular discussions on the topic and strategies for sustainability; Generated knowledge and promoting the incorporation of innovative experiences [national and international]; taken the position in the mining sector on major national and international forums; Debates structured solids, along with policymakers about the needs of the sector.

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42 Thank you! Cláudia Salles Manager of Environmental Affairs