As a resource-intensive extractives business, sustainability is critical to how AWAC operates. It is the cornerstone of the safety and wellbeing of our workforce, and the resilience and prosperity of our local communities and natural environment.
We recognise the influence we have through our governance and joint venture agreements. Investors, and society more broadly, have increasing expectations of AWAC to understand and manage our sustainability risks and opportunities, and to transparently communicate these.
For more information refer to the 2021 Sustainability Update.
We also prioritise and support:
This commitment is reflected in our human resource policies.
For more information on Health and safety and Employees and Community, please refer to Alumina Limited’s 2021 Sustainability Update.
The world is working to combat climate change. Net zero commitments and action are now an expectation of our stakeholders as we transition to a zero carbon economy.
The business strives to make a positive social impact through community employment opportunities, providing safe and healthy workplaces, income generation and payment of taxes into the region and contribute to improved quality of living in the local communities through community related infrastructure and supported programs. The economic and social impact of AWAC’s business extends to include suppliers, contractors, local and regional governments and non-governmental organisations.
AWAC’s uses both formal and informal communication channels to connect with the various stakeholders. This direct communication enables an understanding of matters of importance to stakeholders and creates an opportunity for the business to consider options and respond to those matters.
For more information, read the Company’s latest Sustainability Update.