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Article

1 Oct 2009

Author:
London Mining Network

[PDF] BHP Billiton: Undermining the future - Alternative Annual Report 2009

This report examines a number of BHP Billiton’s operations around the world. The collection of case studies highlights the disparity between BHP Billiton’s ‘Sustainable Development Policy’ and the reality of its operations. A number of recurring issues are prominent in the following case studies including human rights abuses, labour rights, relocation of communities, mistreatment of Indigenous Peoples, destruction of sacred sites, devastating impacts on food and water, climate change, use of paramilitaries, health concerns, irresponsible tailings disposal procedures and questionable corporate social responsibility practices. [also refers to Sibuyan Nickel Properties Development Corporation (SNPDC), All Acacia Resources, SunPacific Resources Philippines, Asiaticus Management Corp. (AMCOR), QNI Philippines (part of BHP Billiton), Cerrejon Coal (joint venture Anglo American, BHP Billiton, Xstrata), Samancor Manganese (part of BHP Billiton)]