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Reference guide to leading practice sustainable development in mining

The Leading Practice Sustainable Development Program (LPSDP) for the Mining Industry program promotes sustainable mining practices. The program developed a series of handbooks which provide mining managers, communities and regulators with practical information on leading practice approaches to mining management.

The information is relevant to all stages in a mine’s life:

  • exploration
  • feasibility
  • design
  • construction
  • operation
  • closure.

Downloads

A Guide to Leading Practice Sustainable Development in Mining - English [7MB PDF]

Pedoman Praktik Kerja Unggulan Dalam Program Pembangunan Berkesinambungan Untuk Industri Pertambangan - Bahasa Indonesia / Indonesian [6MB PDF]

Guía Para el Desarrollo de Prácticas Innovadoras Sostenibles en la Minería - Español / Spanish [6MB PDF]