Consejo Minero’s Sustainable Development Principles for Member Companies

Integrate sustainable development as a fundamental pillar for the definition and implementation of our policies and practices in relation to the productive process and the areas where we operate.

Prioritize the protection of workers health and safety from a preventive perspective.

Minimize the environmental impact caused by every stage of the mine development cycle, from the exploration through closure.

Contribute to the social and economic development of the communities where we operate and the strengthening of their institutions.

Respect the basic rights, values, customs and culture of the people who might be affected by our activities.

Promote and practice the efficient use of resources, especially energy and water.

Promote the development and generation of capacities among the people and companies we work with.

Apply corporate governance and management standards based on integrity, responsibility and transparency.

Implement the best international practices and standards whenever possible and appropriate, acknowledging compliance with regulations as the basis of our conduct.

Seek continuous improvement of our performance, supported by a critical analysis of our processes and correcting substandard actions and conditions in a responsible and timely way.