Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance
@responsiblemining.net
The Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA) is a coalition of nongovernment organizations, mining companies, businesses purchasing minerals and metals for resale in other products, affected communities, and trade unions. IRMA's vision is that of a world in which the mining industry is respectful of the human rights and the aspirations of affected communities; provides safe, healthy and respectful workplaces; avoids or minimizes harm to the environment; and leaves positive legacies. Our mission is to establish a multi-stakeholder and independently-verified responsible mining assurance system that improves social and environmental performance and creates value for the mine sites which lead. The Standard for Responsible Mining launched in June 2018 is a precedent-setting global certification program for industrial-scale mine sites. With growing awareness and demand for ecologically and socially-responsible products jewelers, electronics businesses and others have sought assurances that the minerals they purchase are mined responsibly. The Standard for Responsible Mining’s best practice requirements for mining include elements such as health and safety for workers, human rights, community engagement, pollution control, mining in conflict-affected areas, rights of indigenous peoples, transparency in revenue payments from companies to governments, and land reclamation once mining is done.
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About Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance
IRMA, the Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance, is a global brand that aims to address the demand for more socially and environmentally responsible mining practices. With a comprehensive and internationally recognized standard, IRMA offers the only independent, third-party assessment of industrial-scale mine sites for all mined materials. Developed over ten years in consultation with over 100 companies and organizations, the IRMA Standard is designed to encourage continuous improvement at all levels of mining operations.
IRMA provides various services and resources to different stakeholders. For mining companies, IRMA offers the opportunity to improve practices and receive independent third-party verification. Purchasing companies can benefit from sourcing materials from independently assessed mines, while NGOs and communities can partner with IRMA to raise awareness of responsible mining. Labor organizations can work with IRMA to protect workers' rights and quality of life. Governments can improve policy and incentivize environmental and social protection, and finance industry players can also benefit from membership.
By becoming a member of IRMA, organizations can contribute to shaping a responsible mining industry and gain access to valuable resources and expertise. Stay up to date with IRMA by subscribing to their newsletter and join their global effort to promote responsible mining.
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Nonprofit
Year founded
2006
Company size
2-10 employees
