Opportunities and challenges exist for mineral resource governance to contribute to the green recovery and the achievement of the SDGs. But what are the prospects for coordination and collaboration at all levels, including through intergovernmental organisations, to move towards more responsible governance of mineral resources?
On 25 May 2021, the United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres will convene an online Global Roundtable on Extractive Industries on how to transform the sector into an engine for sustainable development.
On 27-28 April 2021, Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) is hosting a virtual event on the 14th OECD Forum on Responsible Mineral Supply Chains.
On 26 April 2021 at 16:00 (CET), the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), Federal Institute for Geosciences and Natural Resources (BGR) and the German Environment Agency (UBA) are hosting a webinar on 'OECD Practical Tool on Environmental Due Diligence in Mineral Supply Chains'.
This #GGKPwebinar evaluated progress made on the 2019 UNEA Resolution on Mineral Resource Governance (UNEP/EA.4/L.19) and related issues, including sustainable management of sand resources and a new industry standard for mine tailings. This is the third webinar hosted by the GGKP in support of the resolution; it was organized jointly with the International Resource Panel and United Nations Environment Programme.
