Who we are
About Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto's business is finding, mining and processing the earth's mineral resources. Major products are aluminium, copper, diamonds, energy (coal and uranium), gold, industrial minerals (borax, titanium dioxide, salt, talc) and iron ore. Activities span the world but are strongly represented in Australia and North America, with significant businesses also located in South America, Asia, Europe and southern Africa.
Mining is a long term, capital intensive business, where many assets are situated in remote locations and can last for 30 years or more. The extended timescale means that if Rio Tinto is to deliver financial returns to shareholders, host governments and local communities, we need economic, environmental and social stability and strong governance.
Sustainable development considerations are integrated into all aspects of Rio Tinto's business through a number of policies, standards, strategies and performance indicators. Being recognised for our responsible approach assists us in gaining improved access to land, people and capital - three critical resources for the ongoing success of our business.
About IBLF
The International Business Leaders Forum (IBLF) works with business, governments and civil society to enhance the contribution that companies can make to sustainable development. IBLF is an independent, not-for-profit organisation currently supported by over 100 of the world's leading businesses.
IBLF provides strategic counsel to companies to enable them to understand and respond to the development challenges that they face, particularly when operating in transition and emerging economies. As well as managing a number of programmes that provide businesses with opportunities to directly enhance their impact on society, IBLF helps businesses connect with other organisations and develop successful cross-sector partnerships.
Since 1990, IBLF has worked in over 90 countries. Current areas of work include raising sustainable business standards, improving prospects for enterprise and employment, and enabling companies to contribute to health and human development issues.
