FINAL DRAFT SUPPLEMENT ON GOLD, VERSION 3.0 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction and scope …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………3 Definitions ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………5 Step 1: Establish strong company management systems……………………………………………………………….11 Section I – General recommendations for all companies in the gold supply chain …………………………..11 Section II – Specific recommendations ……………………………………………………………………………………….13 Step 2: Identify and assess risks in the supply chain……………………………………………………………………..16 Section … Continue reading
Several developing countries are plagued by conflicts, which are often linked to the control of natural resources. The Commission has tabled draft Directives to promote disclosure of payments to governments for the extractive and forestry industries both for companies listed on EU stock exchanges. This is a first step towards a more transparent investment environment … Continue reading
29-30 November 2011 – OECD Conference Centre, Paris This multi-stakeholder meeting will provide a forum for discussion on how best to implement the OECD-UN due diligence recommendations in the tin, tantalum and tungsten (3Ts) supply chain. OECD, ICGLR and other partner countries, the UN GoE, industry stakeholders at various levels of the 3Ts supply chain, and international … Continue reading
By Maria Otero and Robert Hormats …The Public-Private Alliance for Responsible Mineral Trade, which we launch today at the U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP) in Washington, DC, seeks to help break the links between conflict and these resources. This new alliance brings together the U.S. government, almost 20 internationally-listed high-tech and automotive companies, four industry … Continue reading
Leaflet answering the following questions: To what extent do Section 1502 of U.S. Dodd Frank Act and the OECD Guidance intersect? Why should issuers use the OECD Guidance to generate the information required under Section 1502 of U.S. Dodd Frank Act? Do Section 1502 of U.S. Dodd Frank Act and the OECD Guidance share the … Continue reading
SEC. 2. Section 10490 is added to the Public Contract Code, to read: 10490. (a) A scrutinized company is ineligible to, and shall not, bid on or submit a proposal for a contract with a state agency for goods or services related to products or services that are the reason the company must comply with … Continue reading
Bureau of Economic, Energy, and Business Affairs U.S. Department of State Consistent with Section 1502 of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (“Dodd-Frank”), the Department of State (“the Department”) is undertaking a number of actions to address the problem of conflict minerals –or the exploitation and trade of gold, columbite-tantalite (coltan), cassiterite … Continue reading
The OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises are far reaching recommendations for responsible business conduct that 42 adhering governments – representing all regions of the world and accounting for 85% of foreign direct investment – encourage their enterprises to observe wherever they operate. (Read the full guidelines.)
Helping companies source minerals responsibly The OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Supply Chains of Minerals from Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas provides management recommendations for global responsible supply chains of minerals to help companies to respect human rights and avoid contributing to conflict through their mineral or metal purchasing decisions and practices. The Due Diligence Guidance … Continue reading
