As an ICMM member, we celebrate #WorldBiodiversityDay and continue our work towards a nature positive future by 2030 — through responsible development, reclamation, conservation and rehabilitation.
🌎🐒 Nature and biodiversity loss are among the most pressing global challenges—threatening the livelihoods of people, ecosystems, and our global economy. This year's theme emphasises the the importance of a whole-of-society approach to implementing the GBF targets and achieving the SDGs and ICMM believes it is critical for businesses to take a leading role in driving nature positive approaches. The relationship between mining and nature is intricate and multifaceted. While our industry relies on the vital services provided by healthy ecosystems, we must also acknowledge the role our industry has played in environmental degradation. That’s why we have a responsibility to understand our ecological footprint, actively mitigate our impacts and seek opportunities to contribute to the conservation and restoration of nature through thoughtful land and water stewardship. For this reason, ICMM have committed to: ✅Protect and conserve pristine areas of our natural environment ✅Halt biodiversity loss at our operations ✅Collaborate across value chains ✅Restore and enhance landscapes ✅Catalyse wider change Learn more about ICMM nature commitments: https://lnkd.in/exrUPnSK #BiodiversityDay #NaturePositive #ResponsibleMining