Selected environmental, social and governance indicators for critical mineral developments by areas of attention, 2019-2022

Last updated 17 May 2024

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IEA analysis based on the latest sustainability reports of Albemarle, Allkem and Livent (Arcadium Lithium), Anglo American, BHP, CMOC Group, Codelco, Eramet, First Quantum, Freeport Mc-MoRan, Ganfeng Lithium, Glencore, IGO, KGHM, Mineral Resources, NorNickel, Pilbara Minerals, Rio Tinto, South32, Southern Copper, SQM, Teck Resources, Tianqi Lithium, Vale, Zhejiang Huayou, and Zijin Mining Group Co. Ltd.

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GHG= greenhouse gas. Aggregated data for 25 major companies that have a strong presence in critical minerals supply chain. Considers reported data for all operations. Indicators are calculated per tonne of mineral produced – except for injury rate, water recycling and female share of workers – which reflect the weighted average by production.

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