Anglo American, Jiangxi Copper work together to produce ethical copper

Anglo American and Jiangxi Copper, one of China's top copper producers, have agreed to cooperate to increase the level of confidence around the mining, processing, and distribution of copper.
The agreement, which was signed during a visit to the headquarters of Jiangxi Copper in Nanchang, China, is part of Anglo-American's efforts to work with clients to build sustainable value chains outside of its mining operations in recognition of consumers' rising expectations for raw materials that are sourced and supplied sustainably.
“In line with our Sustainable Mining Plan goal to establish ethical value chains for our products, this collaboration aims to support Jiangxi Copper's efforts to contribute to the Chinese industry's long-term decarbonisation goals and transition to a greener economy, as we work to provide materials solutions that are responsibly produced, sourced and delivered,” said Anglo American's Marketing business chief executive Peter Whitcutt.
China is the largest consumer of refined copper in the world, accounting for more than half of global demand. 
Traditional uses include construction, appliances, and machinery, as well as rapidly expanding markets for renewable energy and electric vehicles. Copper is also anticipated to be a key factor in China's progress towards decarbonization.
Jiangxi Copper general manager Chen Yunian said that the company is devoted to the green, sustainable, and high-quality development of a copper supply chain. 
Anglo American's managed copper operations in Chile — the Los Bronces and El Soldado mining operations and the Chagres smelter — were awarded the Copper Mark, the assurance standard for responsible production practices, in 2022.
Mathew Nyaungwa, Editor in Chief of the African Bureau, Rough&Polished