The Prospectors and Developers Association (PDAC) recently released the following “environmental policy”: The PDAC is committed to the concept of sustainable development, which requires balancing the need for economic growth with good stewardship in the protection of human wealth and the natural environment. As the exploratory arm of the mining industry, we fully adopt and support the environmental policy of the Mining Association of Canada.
To implement this policy, members of the PDAC will make every effort to
/d3h/ Work pro-actively with government and the public in the development of equitable, cost-effective and realistic laws for the protection of the environment and the enhancement of occupational health and safety;
/d3h/ Assess, plan and operate all exploration and development projects in compliance with all applicable legislation providing for the protection of the environment, employees and the public;
/d3h/ Encourage research expanding scientific knowledge on the environmental impact of the mining industry’s activities and for improving reclamation technology;
/d3h/ Recognize and protect the surface rights of others;
/d3h/ Enhance communications and understanding with governments, employees and the public.
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