Our vision

VISION

To be a premier mineral resources company.

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES

Build on our economic, social, and environmental successes by utilizing good governance systems and balancing the needs of present and future generations.

SOCIAL WELL-BEING
Human Health and Safety
We are concerned for the health and safety of all employees, as well as our neighbors and local communities. We will monitor, report and improve on health and safety achievements with an ultimate goal of providing a workplace that is free from exposure to harmful substances, that is free from workplace accidents, and that does not adversely impact the health and safety of our neighbors.

Stakeholder Engagement and Transparency
We will continue to develop partnerships and seek input from key stakeholders, be willing to listen to divergent points of view, and provide stakeholders with information relevant to their needs and interests through timely and open reporting.

Working Together
We involve all employees, working together as a team to achieve our strategic business objectives.

Communities
Good relations with our neighbors are fundamental to our long-term success. We will actively participate in the affairs of the communities in which we operate by partnering with our local communities for long-term mutual benefit.

Education
We actively support a minerals and mining education program designed to educate the public about our philosophy of balancing society's need for metals with an environmentally responsible approach to mining.

ECONOMIC PROSPERITY

Shareholder Return
We will maximize return on investment over the long term, thereby providing the resources necessary to maximize our contributions to shareholders, and contribute to sustainable development.

Economic Contribution
We offer good jobs, competitive compensation and skills development to our employees. We contribute to community needs and activities.

Customer Focus
We deliver, to our customers, high performance, quality products and outstanding service. We search for and test every opportunity to build stronger customer relationships through proactive engagement, attentive listening and value enhancement of our product and service excellence.

ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP

Resource Stewardship
We will maximize efficiency in our mining and process operations, minimize product losses, and maximize efficient use of water, energy and raw materials.

Pollution Prevention
We strive to minimize releases of pollutants to the environment and minimize waste through the pursuit of source-control technology, technical innovation, best management practices and employee involvement.

Product Stewardship
We will operate our product stewardship program to promote the safe and environmentally responsible use of our products. Health, safety and environmental research are priorities in planning for all existing and new products and processes.

GOVERNANCE

Management Structures and Systems
We will utilize appropriate management systems, structures, incentives, performance measures and other applicable governance systems in our business to effectively contribute to sustainable development.

External Governance
We will seek public input and foster opportunities to work with local, state and federal governments to promote policies and laws that support our ability to successfully contribute to sustainable development.

Business Ethics
We are committed to high standards of corporate governance and conduct our business with honesty, integrity, fairness and transparency. Consistent with this approach, we subscribe to the principles embodied in the Rio Tinto Statement of Business Practice - the "Way We Work."

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