Better Mining
Better Mining is transforming artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) through solutions that address ESG risks, improve working conditions, and empower mining communities. Our data-driven approach ensures ethical sourcing while supporting the livelihoods of those at the heart of the minerals supply chain.
With a focus on transparency and sustainability, we partner with stakeholders across the minerals value chain to drive positive change. Together, we are building a future where artisanal mining is safer, more responsible, and an integral part of a thriving global economy.
Overview
Better Mining delivers ESG improvements through the establishment of better practices across the ASM sector.
Every day our teams work on ASM sites to collect risk data, implement digital traceability and build local capacity.We collaborate with stakeholders to recommend and track corrective actions, ensuring continuous improvement. These efforts are documented in our annual Impact Report, showcasing tangible progress across the ASM value chain.
Better Mining delivers continuous improvement based on:
- 1421 corrective actions implemented or in progress
- 1795 corrective actions assigned by Better Mining
- 7862 incidents registered and translated into risk data
Bridging the gap between ASM and the global market
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ASM Communities
Better Mining promotes inclusion, strengthens local capacity, and mitigates risks for communities. This enables a safer and better present and future for ASM communities.
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Midstream
We support responsible sourcing of raw materials from CAHRAs in compliance with OECD guidelines and smelter audit programs.
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Downstream
We provide transparency to the downstream by ensuring responsible sourcing from ASM, using data to verify supply chains and promote due diligence throughout the process.
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Development Sector
Better Mining accelerates development impact in mining communities through its on the ground presence on ASM sites.
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Host Government
We work hand-in-hand with technical state services, while delivering ASM sector data to host governments, enabling better ASM sector governance.
Reports
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Better Mining Impact Report
Better Mining’s annual Impact Report includes case studies that demonstrate Better Mining’s impact on the upstream sector, ASM operations and communities.
Read our annual Impact Report available in English and French.
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Better Mining Alignment Assessment
Better Mining Alignment Assessment for RMI UM Recognition Process
Read the assessment report here.
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How Better Mining works
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Data collection
The program team collects data on ASM site and reports on corrective action implementation progress.
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Digital Traceability
Digital product traceability from pit to smelter and refiner to avoid contamination.
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Risk Analysis
Risk analysis by SLR’s experts to recommend corrective actions.
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Corrective Actions Assigned
Corrective actions recommended to local stakeholders, who implement them on the ground.
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Risk Management and Monitoring
Monitoring implementation of corrective actions in collaboration with local stakeholders driving continuous improvement.
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Data Provision
Data on risks and impacts shared with SORs and participating companies to support responsible sourcing.
Due Diligence Documentation of participating companies
In compliance with transparency expectations of the OECD Due Diligence Guidance, Better Mining publishes relevant due diligence documentation on behalf of its participating companies.
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Dive into a broad range of resources
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Impact Report
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Rapport d'impact (Français)
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Webinars
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Better Mining Due Diligence Documentation
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Better Mining Projects
Our Team Includes
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Heather Warren
Director of Operations – SLR Better Mining
Get in Touch
We're here to support you in Making Sustainability Happen. Get in touch for a collaborative discussion about what that could look like for your organisation.
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Check My Tag: Better Mining Traceability Tag Enquiry
We ensure transparency in upstream mineral supply chains with our industry-leading TRACE solution, delivering reliable, timely digital data. To combat potential fraud, our Check My Tag service allows buyers to verify the authenticity of Better Mining security tags.
Simply submit the form with the tag numbers (and, if possible, photos of the tagged containers). We’ll quickly review and confirm their authenticity.
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Further Reading
Recent articles
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Part 2 Sustainable Mining Practices: Securing Closure Capital from Exploration to Reclamation
by Jim McKinley
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SLR recognised in the top 30 Expert Consulting Firms in the 2025 GAR Expert Witness Power Index
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Sustainable Mining Practices: Securing Closure Capital from Exploration to Reclamation
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