Corporate Social Responsibility in the Mining Industries

Based on empirical research this book provides a broad examination of environmental and social concerns in relation to the global mining industry. To facilitate consideration of sectoral specific factors the gold and diamond industry is considered in further detail, before focusing on a particular mining region within Russia. The case study approach allows a comparison of different corporate responsibility business strategies and of three possible models of community development.

Based on the concept of corporate social responsibility, this book analyses modern approaches adopted by mining companies that could minimise negative impacts of mining and enhance positive benefits to corporate stakeholders. Using a case study of two mining sectors (gold and diamond mining) the book evaluates policies and practices of mining companies within four key areas of corporate social responsibility: environmental protection, health and safety, employee relations and community development. Also included is an assessment of three models for community development that are developed within the mining industries: company-led approach, establishment of corporate foundation and tri-sector partnership. The study analyses management of corporate social responsibility issues with specific reference to mining in the Russian Federation and provides a comparison with global mining companies.