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Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management

Date Published
August 2020
Summary

The Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management strives to achieve the ultimate goal of zero harm to people and the environment with zero tolerance for human fatality. It requires Operators to take responsibility and prioritise the safety of tailings facilities, through all phases of a facility’s lifecycle, including closure and post-closure. It also requires the disclosure of relevant information to support public accountability.

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Reference Information

International Council on Mining and Metals, United Nations Environment Programme, and Principles for Responsible Investment. 2020. Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management. August. Available at: Download Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management PDF. Accessed October 30, 2020.

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