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|  Health and safety are paramount in the Company and a key area in the Company's program for sustainable development. The ultimate goal is that no one be harmed in any way at any of Lundin Mining's operations. A comprehensive and systematic improvement program is ongoing, encompassing education and training, risk management and development of technical facilities, organization and work practices. All Lundin Mining operations maintain well-developed emergency preparedness and response plans with related organization and routines. Employees are trained to manage and limit the consequences of various accidents and emergency situations. Mineral resources The development of mineral resources has throughout history been a major contributor to the material needs, wealth and social progression of mankind. Metals, in particular, possess unique and valuable properties for construction of strong and endurable products, for corrosion protection and for production, transmission and storage of energy. In many parts of the world, the value of mineral resources has provided the basis for the growth of national and regional economies -- and there is considerable potential for such growth in other parts of the world in future. In the European Union ("EU"), as well as in many industrialized regions elsewhere, metal demand far outstrips internal production, creating a dependence on imports; yet the EU holds significant potential for development of its own mineral resources. The EU has recently put in place a program for strengthening the supply of metals by promoting research, exploration and sustainable production of mineral resources and Lundin Mining has committed to contributing to this program. Even though minerals constitute finite natural resources, each unit of new produced metal is a resource for the future. Metals are elements that cannot be destroyed and, used in an appropriate way, they are ideal for recycling. The mining industry has a vital mission to satisfy the need for metals in the industrialized world, while at the same time:
Lundin Mining's goal is to be a leader in the discovery, acquisition and development of mineral resources. It is the Company's ambition, that our presence shall be proven as beneficial for the local society wherever we operate. Accordingly we will, in all our operations, develop and apply work practices that meet the highest requirements for health, safety, environmental protection and all other aspects of social responsibility. Statutory requirements will provide the basis for our work practices, but we will strive to exceed these wherever reasonable. Lundin Mining is a rapidly growing company with operations in several countries. Therefore, we have developed a comprehensive set of internal regulations to maintain appropriate standards. Standards for environmental management and for health and safety constitute our internal set of regulations, along with routines for regular internal auditing of these aspects. Environment Protection, compliance and Social Responsibility Lundin Mining is committed to using modern technology, well established and well communicated work practices, and skilled, well educated and responsible employees to meet two goals:
Lundin Mining is a sponsor of the Lundin for Africa Foundation. The Lundin for Africa Foundation supports several African based aid projects including:
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| Lundin Mining Corporation Sustainability Report 2006 (PDF, 6.54 mb) |
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