The European Union (EU) is one of the world’s largest consumers of raw materials. Yet despite having areas of vast mineral wealth, few are developed and valuable resources (estimated to be worth about €100 billion!) remain in the ground. As a result, the EU has a raw material shortage and it imports nearly 60% of …
At Eldorado, our approach to doing business has always focused on people, principles and profits. This summer, we further advanced our commitment to responsible business practices by joining the United Nations Global Compact, the world’s largest corporate responsibility initiative. With over 9,000 participants, the UN Global Compact seeks to unite global businesses as “a force …
We all know someone who is a whiz in the kitchen. They can cook, bake and create delicious meals, while the rest of us wonder why our cake didn’t rise in the oven. What we need are recipes. Tried and true directions for getting the results we want. And mining is no different. At Eldorado …
Recipes For Success: Frameworks For Responsible Mining Operations Read More »
You may have heard of “conflict minerals.” These are raw materials – namely tantalum, tin, tungsten and gold – extracted from conflict zones and sold to finance conflict. Eldorado does not operate in conflict zones but we adopted the Conflict-Free Gold Standard in 2013 to provide assurance that the gold we produce does not cause, …
3 Reasons to Care About the Conflict-Free Gold Standard Read More »
Is it possible for today’s companies to succeed if they operate irresponsibly? We don’t think so, and our sustainability report provides proof that we’re committed to safe and responsible operations. This year’s report is ready, and it’s better than ever. Here are three reasons you’ll want to read it from cover to cover. 1. It’s …
3 Reasons Eldorado’s 2015 Sustainability Report is a Must Read Read More »
We all have a moral compass. Something that guides us through life, and tells us which direction to go when faced with tough decisions. At Eldorado five key principles act as our compass. They guide our day-to-day activities and underpin our commitment to doing business the right way. This means being honest and accountable, protecting …
Our Guiding Principles: At the Core of What We Do Read More »
Remember how much fun it was to play with remote control cars when you were a kid? What if that same technology could also keep you safe? At Eldorado’s White Mountain mine in China, our tele-remote loading system is doing just that, allowing operators to control loaders from hundreds of metres away, well away from …
How Lasers, Robots and Remote Controls Are Making Mining Safer Read More »
Safety is our most crucial investment. It saves more than it costs and is the right thing to do.
Ever tried to tie your shoelaces with your thumbs taped to your palms? Or type with two fingers taped together? Give it a go. Newfound appreciation for your digits? Most likely. It’s easy to forget how important hand dexterity is to performing even the smallest daily tasks. But it’s this reminder of how much we …
