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Amid growing attention to critical and conflict-affected minerals, we support companies in the mining and metallurgical sectors in implementing rigorous due diligence processes, transforming compliance into a strategic lever to strengthen competitiveness and access to the energy transition market.
The minerals and metals sector is at the center of the global energy transition, but it faces increasing regulatory, geopolitical, and operational challenges. We support companies in navigating these complexities through three complementary strategic levers.
We help companies align with European and international regulations. We assess adherence to European requirements,from the Conflict Minerals Regulation to the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) and the Critical Raw Materials Act, based on their position in the value chain. We also assist with compliance paths for market standards and the demands of key operators (e.g., LBMA, LME), turning regulatory obligations into a lever for market access and a competitive advantage.
We support companies in adopting internationally recognized voluntary standards (e.g., RMI RMAP, Copper Mark) to reinforce credibility, transparency, and strategic positioning. Through gap analysis, audit preparation, and technical support, we guide organizations through verification and certification processes, aligning corporate systems with industry best practices.
Competitiveness in the energy transition requires more aware, traceable, and resilient supply chains. We support companies in strengthening internal and supply chain competencies through training, supplier engagement, and the dissemination of responsible practices. The objective is to build long-term relationships and more robust supply chains capable of addressing geopolitical risks, reputational pressures, and new market expectations.
We adopt a structured process, aligned with OECD Guidelines, to support you in creating or strengthening a due diligence and sustainability system that meets regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
The first phase involves defining a Responsible Sourcing Policy consistent with OECD Guidelines and applicable regulations (e.g., CSDDD, Conflict Minerals Regulation) and integrating it into corporate governance systems. This includes structuring supply chain traceability and control systems, training personnel, and establishing accessible grievance mechanisms along the supply chain.
We map the supply chain and assess actual and potential risks related to human rights, conflict, working conditions, and environmental impacts, adopting a risk-based approach that is proportionate to the company's position in the value chain. These analyses can be based on desk-based activities and, where necessary, on-site audits at mining sites and other supply chain operators.
We support the definition and implementation of proportionate measures to prevent or mitigate identified risks. We assist companies in structuring improvement plans, engaging with suppliers, and conducting on-site audits along the supply chain, as needed.
We support companies in organizing and managing independent third-party audits at relevant points in the supply chain, in line with OECD Guidelines and voluntary industry schemes (e.g., RMI, Copper Mark), ensuring independence, credibility, and compliance with market requirements.
The final phase involves the structured communication of results. We support companies in compiling reports on their due diligence activities, as required by the OECD Guidelines, metallurgical industry markets (LME, LBMA), and regulations (CSDDD, Conflict Minerals Regulation).
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