Features
Providing aid to flooded communities in Sulawesi
In July 2007, torrential rain fell on the steep slopes of Morowali Province in central Sulawesi, Indonesia.
Environmental success for Eagle nickel
In December 2007, the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) issued Rio Tinto with mine, air and groundwater discharge permits for its Eagle nickel project.
Kudos for reputation and reporting
In December 2007, Rio Tinto ranked among the top ten companies globally in 2007 for ethical reputation across all industry sectors by the Covalence ethical quotation system of Switzerland.
Closure at Kelian Equatorial Mining (KEM)
Closing a mine or other operating site does not simply mean shutting down production, rehabilitating the land and walking away.
Rio Tinto supports gateway to the Jurassic
Since early 2006 Rio Tinto has supported the restoration of the Rotunda Museum in North Yorkshire, England. The Museum is one of the oldest surviving purpose-built museums in the world.
Reducing noise levels
Rio Tinto is committed to reaching a goal of no new cases of occupational illness.
The reds versus the greys
Rio Tinto has committed to making a net positive impact on biodiversity at its operating sites around the world.
Transparency around climate change
Rio Tinto believes the energy challenge can best be met by companies, governments and society working together on all fronts: fossil fuels, nuclear and the so-called "new energy" sources.
How are we tackling climate change?
Controlling emissions that lead to climate change is one of our biggest challenges.
The Energy Futures Forum
Rio Tinto's climate change programme is based on identifying and addressing risks and taking advantage of opportunities.