Critical Minerals: Corporate Social Responsibility and to What We Owe to Each Other

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dc.contributor.advisorCrost, Benjamin
dc.contributor.authorFaber, Alexia
dc.date.accessioned2023-12-08T22:01:41Z
dc.date.available2023-12-08T22:01:41Z
dc.date.issued2023-05-29
dc.description.abstractThis paper delves into the complex dynamics of mineral extraction in Myanmar, a country rich in diverse mineral resources. Myanmar has recently witnessed a surge in foreign investment and trade in its mining sector, particularly in what are called "critical minerals". The demand for these minerals, driven by global trends including electric vehicle production, has led to increased extraction activities, and has made Myanmar the world's third-largest critical mineral producer. However, this growth has brought forth multifaceted challenges, including human rights violations, environmental degradation, and social conflict. Myanmar's governance of the extractive industries is marked by instability and lack of transparency. Despite new legislation mandating environmental impact assessments (EIAs) and the need for responsible corporate social responsibility (CSR) practice, illegal mining persists, which causes harm to both the environment and to local communities. Drawing on Canada's significant role in the global critical mineral market, this study offers key policy considerations to ensure ethical and sustainable mineral extraction abroad. The importance of diplomatic engagement with host countries, stringent environmental regulations and adherence to human rights standards is underscored. Through these practices, Canada can contribute to global resource security, foster sustainable development, and uphold human rights in mineral-rich nations. These priorities align with the nation's commitment to combat climate change and promote ethical mining practices.
dc.identifier.citationFaber, A. (2023). Critical Minerals: Corporate Social Responsibility and to What We Owe to Each Other (Unpublished master's project). University of Calgary, Calgary, AB.
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/1880/117685
dc.identifier.urihttps://doi.org/10.11575/PRISM/42528
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisher.departmentSchool of Public Policy
dc.publisher.facultyFaculty of Graduate Studies
dc.rightsUniversity of Calgary graduate students retain copyright ownership and moral rights for their thesis. You may use this material in any way that is permitted by the Copyright Act or through licensing that has been assigned to the document. For uses that are not allowable under copyright legislation or licensing, you are required to seek permission.
dc.subjectMineral extraction
dc.subjectcritical minerals
dc.subjectsocial corporate responsibility
dc.subjectsustainable development
dc.subjectclimate change
dc.subjectdiplomatic engagement
dc.titleCritical Minerals: Corporate Social Responsibility and to What We Owe to Each Other
dc.typereport
thesis.degree.grantorUniversity of Calgary
thesis.degree.nameMaster of Public Policy
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