28 Questions
What was the cause of the South African Platinum Strike in 2014?
Demanding immediate doubling of wages
When did the Bougainville conflict involving Bougainville Copper Ltd occur?
1989
What was the status of Bougainville Copper Ltd prior to the shutdown of Panguna Mine?
Capitalized at US$1.5 billion and one of the world’s largest open pit mines
What were the consequences of the Bougainville conflict?
Several thousands dead and 1/3 of the population displaced from their homes
What is identified as a crucial aspect in managing the benefits of mining for local communities?
Government capacity to regulate the minerals industry
Which type of mining operation can be more disruptive to other land uses such as agriculture?
Large-scale open-pit and strip mines
What is a potential impact of underground mines on surface environments and water resources?
Subsidence effects
Which type of companies tend to be engaged in sustainable development and conventions dealing with community issues?
Larger global multinational companies
What do mining companies compete for in their local context?
Water use
What is a potential result of water use in many processing activities in mining?
Contaminated water in tailings and flooded pits
What do mining investments provide opportunities for?
Economic growth, poverty reduction, and engagement in the global economy
What has been an issue in several countries related to the management of mineral wealth?
Transfer of benefits from taxes and royalty streams back to the regions where mines are located
What does the grade distribution for the course indicate?
10% for quizzes, 35% for the midterm exam, 15% for assignments, 7.5% for each field trip report, and 40% for the final exam
When is the final exam scheduled?
December 7th @ 14:00
Where is the final exam taking place?
B-GYM (Lec10 – Lec18)
What is the percentage weightage for the final exam?
40%
What is the term used to refer to individuals, families, and communities displaced by the development of mining leases?
Affected community
Which organization was established to implement industry responses to sustainable development challenges in the mining industry?
International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM)
What role do NGOs play in the mining industry with respect to communities?
Addressing limited access to information, technology, and capital for communities
What concept in the mineral industry includes fly-in/fly-out arrangements and the potential impact of mining projects on a wide range of communities?
Community relations
What has the mining industry faced increasing challenges to?
Social license to operate
Which organization was established to address the limited access to information, technology, and capital for communities in the mining industry?
Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)
What do stakeholders in the mining industry include?
Individuals, groups, or organizations affected by a corporation's activities
What has seen significant growth in the mining industry, with initiatives like the ICMM Sustainable Development Framework and the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme?
Soft regulation
What is a critical factor in understanding community relations in the global mining industry?
The Corruption Perceptions Index
What can shape community attitudes toward mining projects in a country and region?
The history of mining in a country and region
What refers to those impacted by a company's activities, with effects on social, economic, environmental, and political aspects?
Affected community
What has significantly improved in the mining industry, reducing workplace accidents and health issues?
Safety standards
Study Notes
Community Relations in the Mining Industry
- Local community members often work in mines and supply goods and services to the mining industry
- Development of mining leases can displace individuals, families, and communities, impacting their livelihoods and leading to environmental effects
- Safety standards in mining have significantly improved, reducing workplace accidents and health issues
- NGOs play a crucial role in addressing the limited access to information, technology, and capital for communities
- The concept of community in the mineral industry includes fly-in/fly-out arrangements and the potential impact of mining projects on a wide range of communities
- The term "affected community" refers to those impacted by a company's activities, with effects on social, economic, environmental, and political aspects
- Stakeholders, distinct from the community, include individuals, groups, or organizations affected by a corporation's activities
- The mining industry has faced increasing challenges to its social license to operate and has responded with initiatives focused on sustainable development
- The International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM) was established to implement industry responses to sustainable development challenges
- Soft regulation has seen significant growth, with initiatives like the ICMM Sustainable Development Framework and the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme
- The Corruption Perceptions Index and the importance of context in the global mining industry are critical factors in understanding community relations
- The history of mining in a country and region can shape community attitudes toward mining projects, as seen in places like Kalgoorlie in Australia, Sudbury in Canada, and Cerro de Pasco in Peru
Test your knowledge of community relations in the mining industry with this quiz. Explore topics such as local community engagement, environmental impact, safety standards, stakeholder involvement, and initiatives for sustainable development. Gain insights into the complexities of community relations within the global mining industry.
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