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21 July 2021 | dataset

Mapping Mining to SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals)

The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) represent the world’s plan of action for social inclusion, environmental sustainability and economic development. The mining industry has an unprecedented opportunity to mobilize significant human, physical, technological and financial resources to advance the SDGs.

Mining is a global industry and is often located in remote, ecologically sensitive and less-developed areas that include many indigenous lands and territories. When managed appropriately, it can create jobs, spur innovation and bring investment and infrastructure at a game-changing scale over long time horizons. Yet, if managed poorly, mining can also lead to environmental degradation, displaced populations, inequality and increased conflict, among other challenges.

By mapping the linkages between mining and the SDGs, the aim of this Atlas is to encourage mining companies of all sizes to incorporate relevant SDGs into their business and operations, validate their current efforts and spark new ideas.

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Publisher Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme
Modified 11 February 2022
Release Date 21 July 2021
Source URL http://www.weforum.org/
Identifier 943cb1e1-d853-4020-88c2-9d3281e7ddf5
Spatial / Geographical Coverage Location Pacific Region
Relevant Countries Pacific Region
Language English
License Public
[Open Data]
Author Columbia Center on Sustainable Investment, UNDP, UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network, World Economic Forum
Contact Name World Economic Forum
Contact Email [email protected]