Session 4 - Stepping up environmental due diligence in pursuit of a just transition
Apr 26, 2023 | 2:30 PM - 3:45 PMCC1
Apr 26, 2023 | 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
CC1
Description
As the world transitions towards net zero, the rapid shift to green technologies is expected to drive a significant increase in demand for many minerals. While advances in recycling and material efficiency may reduce the overall environmental impact of producing green technology in the long term, the short term challenge is ensuring that increased mineral extraction, processing and trade is responsible. All companies in mineral supply chains have a role to play. This session will focus on how supply chain due diligence can effectively address upstream environmental risks, specific impacts of the transition on rightsholders, including through gender-responsive due diligence, and the broader policy landscape and evolving expectations on companies to conduct environmental due diligence.
