MINING
8/20/2003
15 of the world's largest mining and metal-producing companies pledge not to explore or mine in existing World Heritage sites.
Source
International Council on Mining and Metals, "Landmark 'no-go" Pledge From Leading Mining Companies," press release (London: 20 August 2003)
Links
Earthworks
International Council on Mining and Metals
Worldwatch Links
State of the World 2004 - Chapter 5 Moving Toward a Less Consumptive Economy
Worldwatch Research Library: Materials
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