Sustainability
The Board of Tamaya Resources Ltd has made a commitment to sustainable development via the adoption of the Tamaya Sustainable Development Policy. The Policy forms the starting point on which our social and environmental management system is based. This Policy details the approach Tamaya will take regarding social, environmental and economic management issues and is applicable to all our mines and exploration projects.
The Policy has been developed with the aim of addressing the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM) Sustainable Development Principles and ISO 14000.
Sustainable Development Policy
Tamaya Resources Ltd (Tamaya) strives for social and environmental sustainability for all our exploration and mining projects. We are committed to the principles of sustainable development, where environmental, social and economic objectives are considered together, as a “triple bottom line” during business planning. We share the desire of local communities to develop our operations in ways that meet the needs of the present, without compromising the environment for future generations.
Tamaya will take a consistent approach to avoid adverse impacts on the environment, employees, contractors and the public, and if these impacts are unavoidable, they shall be reduced, mitigated or compensated for appropriately.
Corporate
- In all activities Tamaya will comply with applicable laws and regulations providing for the protection of the environment, employees, contractors and the public;
- In instances where regulation is absent or inadequate, we will apply best management practices and corporate standards to achieve sustainability objectives;
- We will openly communicate our environmental and social performance with our workforce, Government and the wider community;
- We believe that socially and environmentally responsible businesses can enhance their competitive advantage and create value for all parties involved;
- We are committed to providing the finances required to meet our sustainable development obligations;
- We will identify and address environmental, social and economic risks via our Social and Environmental Management System;
- We will continually improve our sustainability performance within our resources and consistent with our business strategies, at all stages of our projects, from exploration to mine closure;
- We will engage with affected communities through disclosure of relevant project information, consultation, and informed participation;
- Environmental, social and economic objectives and performance will be reviewed regularly to identify and affect improvements within the context of evolving legal requirements, technical innovations, scientific discoveries and stakeholder expectations.
Social
- Tamaya is committed to gaining broad community support for its projects, through a process of free, prior, and informed consultation, and to this end we will seek, respect and consider community views;
- We believe that sound economic growth is crucial to poverty reduction;
- We believe that human rights is an important aspect of corporate social responsibility;
- We believe that regular engagement with local communities about matters that directly affect them plays an important role in avoiding or reducing harm to people and the environment.
Environmental
- Tamaya is committed to the prevention of pollution and will set environmental targets and monitor emissions to air, land and water;
- Tamaya will strive to manage natural resources efficiently and sustainably;
- Wastes will be managed in an environmentally responsible manner and will be avoided, reduced or reused when practical;
- Rehabilitation plans will be developed for disturbed areas, and will include closure objectives, progressive rehabilitation schedules and costs;
- Natural, historic and culturally significant sites will be protected where possible and biodiversity values protected or enhanced;
- Employees and visitors will be made aware of their environmental obligations and training will be provided where necessary.
Economic
- Tamaya will not compromise our commitment to sound environmental management for profit or production;
- Our contractors and suppliers will be encouraged to make a commitment to sustainable development;
- We are committed to transparency of revenue payments to host governments.