Baseline Standards
- Knowledgeable about environmental implications of any source ingredients
- Knowledgeable about worker pay and benefits of any mining company providing ingredients
- If overseas, has visited mine, has company representative that regularly verifies conditions, or has independent person/organization that verifies conditions
- Will weigh the environmental impact of the mining process against the overall “green” alternative being provided
- Member of a green trade association or organization relevant to the industry; looking for an example of advocacy around mining or using reclaimed metals
Preferences
- Knows MDHA ID # for mines (if in US)
- Knows about number and nature of any violations by mine company
- Knows about any processing performed at the mine or elsewhere to prepare material for applicant company use
- Knows about any complaints from neighboring communities
- Actively looking at alternatives to ‘virgin’ mined metals and making processes greener
Resources
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