 Sustainable Mining and the Biodiversity ChallengeUwe G. Schulte A chapter in Sustainable Business, 2024, pp 297-314 from Springer Abstract: Abstract In the July 2022 discussion, Uwe Schulte interviews Cyril Giraud, Senior Vice President of Performance Minerals APAC at Imerys, about sustainable mining and biodiversity. Giraud, with a long tenure at Imerys and extensive international experience, shares insights on how his career evolved towards sustainability. He recounts experiences in Turkey and Vietnam that highlighted poor mining practices and the need for better standards. Giraud describes Imerys as a leader in industrial minerals, emphasizing their global reach and diverse applications, from toothpaste to batteries. The conversation delves into Imerys’ sustainability strategy, “SustainAgility”, which focuses on empowering people, caring for the planet, and building a sustainable future. Giraud highlights the company’s commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and preserving biodiversity through progressive restoration and strategic partnerships. He also discusses innovative products like Barrikote for recyclable paper and the role of minerals in enhancing battery performance. The interview underscores Imerys’ holistic approach to sustainability, integrating responsible practices across their operations and supply chain. Date: 2024 There are no downloads for this item, see the EconPapers FAQ for hints about obtaining it. Related works: Export reference: BibTeX RIS (EndNote, ProCite, RefMan) HTML/Text Persistent link: https://EconPapers.repec.org/RePEc:spr:csrchp:978-3-031-58596-8_17 Ordering information: This item can be ordered from DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-58596-8_17 Access Statistics for this chapter More chapters in CSR, Sustainability, Ethics & Governance from Springer |
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