Environment JSE: R162.37 -3.24% NYSE:$8.95 -2.08% GOLD:$2 656/oz +0.32% GOLD:R1 526 189/kg +0.32% USD:ZARR17.87 -0.01% At 11:44am, 16 Dec 2024 Home » Sustainability » Environment In line with our purpose, we are committed to ecologically responsible mining that contributes to a low-carbon future and leaves a lasting positive legacy. Mining’s potential impact on the biophysical environment is potentially significant, whether by pollution, the depletion of natural resources and disrupting land usage and management. Harmony has long understood that environmental protection is ethical, required and essential to running effective and sustainable business units. We embed ecological and ecosystem health considerations in our systems and processes throughout the mines’ lives, from exploration, design and construction, operation, decommissioning and closure. Our responsible practices extend beyond our mine boundary to our supplier partners and market. Biodiversity and conservation Our approach is focused on protecting, restoring and promoting the sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, while halting and reversing land degradation. Read more Climate change, energy and emissions While decarbonisation carries financial costs, it is a cohesive part of Harmony’s overarching business strategy. Read more Land rehabilitation Our aim is to create value from the land through initiatives with a positive impact such as enhanced conservation or commercial socio-economic enterprises. Read more Tailings and waste management The recent global focus on tailings and tailings facilities has highlighted the need for meticulous tailings facilities management to avoid potential harm to employees and communities. Read more Water use Our water management strategies are adapted to the characteristics and requirements of each operation. Read more Air quality Our mitigation measures aim to reduce atmospheric emissions from our gold plants and operations. Primary atmospheric emissions from our gold plants are sulphur oxides (Sox), nitrous oxides (NOx) and particulate matter (PM) as well as dust fallout from our operations (including TSFs). Read more Related policies Our approach is guided by our environmental management and stewardship policy, set out in Harmony’s sustainable development framework, and underpinned by specific commitments Read more Harmony partners with Mining Weekly to sponsor ESG webinar October 13, 2022 Bringing thought leaders in the area of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) together in order to deepen discussions, insights and best practice with regard to this vital issue for the South African mining sector. Watch now
