Anglo American plc aims to be the world’s most successful mining company. Already the leader in platinum and diamonds and a leading producer of coal, we are also a major producer of copper and, increasingly, of iron ore.
Anglo American has made a firm commitment to sustainable development, and this principle is now embedded in all of our policies, strategies and everyday practices in our mining operations worldwide. We assess the economic, social and environmental risks and benefits of every decision we take. We are a major sponsor of environmental studies, especially on the effects of chemicals on human health and the environment. We aim to minimise any negative environmental impacts of mining, and we work with local communities to ensure that they benefit from our activities.
To underline our commitment to improving environmental quality for all, Anglo American is funding a prize for the best poster on environmental geochemistry by a young researcher (PhD student or post-doctoral researcher) at a special meeting of the Geological Society, on Monday 5 October 2009. A prize fund of £6000 will be available for the judges to award as one, or a number of prizes.
You can now view the presentation by Jane Plant (Professor of Geochemistry, Imperial College) below.
