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.
Autorentext
Dr Natalia Yakovleva is a Reader in the Winchester Business School, University of Winchester, UK.
Zusammenfassung
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.
Inhalt
Contents: Introduction. Mining and the Environment: CSR in mining: origin and concept; Mining towards sustainable development; Sectoral specific of CSR in mining; Geographical specifics of CSR in mining. Corporate Social Responsibility Strategies in Mining: CSR strategies in growing and declining mining sectors; Models of community development; Conclusions; Appendix; Bibliography; Index.