Environment

All members of the Geraldton Iron Ore Alliance are committed to operating in a way that embraces the concepts of sustainability; environmentally, socially and economically.

In doing so, member companies are working to develop sound relationships with employees, co-land holders, indigenous groups, Government and non government organisations and are committed to ensuring all activities meet or exceed their legal and social requirements.

In accordance with best management practice, member companies have adopted a range of policies to ensure sound environmental practice.

These Include;

Implementing environmental management and quality of work standards that are maintained as strict operating procedures, regardless of the location of operations.
Adhering to all relevant Government laws and regulations for the protection of the environment.
Conducting exploration activities with due regard to the protection of wildlife, flora and sites of natural, cultural and historical significance.
Ensuring that any damage to vegetation, land surface or man-made improvements that may occur as a result of the mining activities will be minimised and rehabilitated without undue delay.

You can see this commitment to the environment in real terms, with members conducting extensive environmental research on rare flora and fauna species, particularly in the Banded Iron Formation (BIF) ranges in the region.

Prior to exploration for mining in the region, relatively little survey and research work had been undertaken, so the information they are gathering is integral to effectively and sustainably managing the environment.

Read the GIOA's Guiding Principles for Sustainable Mining:

Geraldton Iron Ore Alliance Sustainability Principles (65.83 Kb)

Read about the impact of mining on the Banded Iron Formations:

Fact Sheet # 1 (47.83 Kb)

Read about the guiding principles for minor works in the Banded Iron Formation Ranges:
Minor Works in Banded Iron Formation Ranges - Key Principals (66.43 Kb)

Read about the use of water in iron ore mining:

The Use of Water in Iron Ore Mining (398.73 Kb)

Environment

Implementing environmental management and quality of work standards that are maintained as strict operating procedures, regardless of the location of operations.

Adhering to all relevant Government laws and regulations for the protection of the environment.

Conducting exploration activities with due regard to the protection of wildlife, flora and sites of natural, cultural and historical significance.

Ensuring that any damage to vegetation, land surface or man-made improvements that may occur as a result of the mining activities will be minimised and rehabilitated without undue delay.