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.

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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

  • 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.

  • Midstream

    We support responsible sourcing of raw materials from CAHRAs in compliance with OECD guidelines and smelter audit programs.

  • 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.

  • Development Sector

    Better Mining accelerates development impact in mining communities through its on the ground presence on ASM sites.

  • Host Government

    We work hand-in-hand with technical state services, while delivering ASM sector data to host governments, enabling better ASM sector governance.

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Reports

  • 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

  • Data collection

    The program team collects data on ASM site and reports on corrective action implementation progress.

  • Digital Traceability

    Digital product traceability from pit to smelter and refiner to avoid contamination.

  • Risk Analysis

    Risk analysis by SLR’s experts to recommend corrective actions.

  • Corrective Actions Assigned

    Corrective actions recommended to local stakeholders, who implement them on the ground.

  • Risk Management and Monitoring

    Monitoring implementation of corrective actions in collaboration with local stakeholders driving continuous improvement.

  • 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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Better Mining Projects

  • Project

    Global

    Volvo Cars

    Mining & Minerals

    Ensuring responsible sourcing in battery supply chains for Volvo Cars


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  • Project

    Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)

    CMOC Group Limited (CMOC)

    Mining & Minerals

    ASM management plan for CMOC-TFM


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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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