Issues Brief Winter 2007
Welcome to the Resolution Copper Mining (RCM) Issues Brief, a periodic publication intended to inform key Resolution Copper stakeholders about the company’s priorities, challenges, plans and progress. For more information about the company, we welcome you to learn more on our website, email info@resolutioncopper.com, or call our Project Information hotline: 520.689.3409. For more information about Rio Tinto, visit www.riotinto.com.
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A Message from the President
Articles
Alcan Joins Rio Tinto to Form Global Leader in Aluminum
On November 14, Rio Tinto completed its acquisition of Alcan Inc. The new company, known as Rio Tinto Alcan, represents a global sector leader in aluminum, with 73,000 employees in 61 countries and regions worldwide…
Attitudes Toward the Mine: 2007 Copper Triangle Stakeholder Survey
Surveying stakeholders – those individuals who are interested in and can have an impact on Resolution Copper’s business – helps the company to understand views toward the proposed mine and the land exchange needed to develop it. 2007 survey results reveal continued strong support for the mine, and also show that environmental impact is a top concern…
RCM Seeks ISO 14001 Environmental Certification in 2007
ISO 14001 is the recognized international “gold standard” for a company’s approach to environmental excellence. Resolution Copper is working toward ISO 14001 certification through rigorous internal training and both internal and external auditing of its environmental
policies and procedures…
Tackling Climate Change and Energy Use: A Rio Tinto Priority
Climate change is an issue taking center-stage in the corporate as well as the private sector. Read how Rio Tinto is part of a global effort to reduce harmful emissions and how Resolution Copper is planning years ahead of its mining operation for an energy-efficient future…
Chaparral Plant Nursery Planned for Oak Flat
Resolution Copper is taking steps now to ensure any areas impacted by future mining operations are returned to their natural state of vegetation. This includes a nursery where Emory oak and other chaparral species will be propagated, protecting not only nature, but
responding to an important cultural issue – the gathering of acorns by Native Americans…
Mine Site Reclamation Activity: Advance Notice to Community
Resolution Copper is continuing its $50 million voluntary rehabilitation of the Superior-area site affected by previous mining operations. The company is currently communicating to residents of Superior, AZ about planned activity and anticipated effects of a year-long
excavation that will cover tailings sites and renew the landscape…
Engaging with RCM Stakeholders
Resolution Copper engages with a variety of individuals and groups external to the company that influence RCM’s ability to succeed. This article identifies these key stakeholders and describes how the company communicates and interacts with them…
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