Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs
Our business
We operate in 35 countries where our 60,000 employees are working to find better ways to provide the materials the world needs
Our purpose in action
Continuous improvement and innovation are part of our DNA
Innovation
The need for innovation is greater than ever
We supply the metals and minerals used to help the world grow and decarbonise
Iron Ore
The primary raw material used to make steel, which is strong, long-lasting and cost-efficient
Lithium
The lightest of all metals, it is a key element needed for low-carbon technologies
Copper
Tough but malleable, corrosion-resistant and recyclable, and an excellent conductor of heat and transmitter of electricity
Bringing to market materials critical to urbanisation and the transition to a low-carbon economy
Oyu Tolgoi
One of the most modern, safe and sustainable operations in the world
Rincon Project
A long-life, low-cost and low-carbon lithium source
Simandou Project
The world’s largest untapped high-grade iron ore deposit
Providing materials the world needs in a responsible way
Climate Change
We’re targeting net zero emissions by 2050
Nature solutions
Our nature-based solutions projects complement the work we're doing to reduce our Scope 1 and 2 emissions
Enabling ESG transparency
Our START™ initiative tracks traceability and responsible production of Rio Tinto materials.
We aim to deliver superior returns to our shareholders while safeguarding the environment and meeting our obligations to wider society
Reports 2024
Download our 2024 suite of reports, including our 2024 Taxes and Royalties Paid Report, detailing $8.4 billion of taxes and royalties paid globally during the year
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Our podcast discussing what needs to happen to create a sustainable future for the everyday items we have come to rely on
Refuelling the mining industry
How can we power the world’s biggest machines with new fuel solutions?
Forging a low-carbon future
How we're working to decarbonise iron ore and steel
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Speaker: J-S Jacques, Chief Executive
J-S Jacques, Rio Tinto chief executive, says it is no longer good enough for business to see themselves as excellent B2C or B2B companies, they must connect with all communities in which they operate and be seen as Business-to-People (B2P) organisations.
Speaking in Melbourne at Committee for Economic Development Association (CEDA), J-S said social media had dramatically altered the way companies and people connect, share and view the world.
“Social media connects people like never before, but it also creates new challenges, for business and governments in particular, who are used to established systems and controls. We all need to get much better at using these networks,” he said.
J-S also talked of the challenges of technological disruption, global trade, and tax.
“Technology and digital pioneering is really about people, and it is up to each of us to manage the change required as sensitively as we can.
“On global trade, I fully understand and accept that we live in a world where some may question the fair trade model and its ability to make sure that wealth once created is fairly distributed. This is where inclusive growth comes into it.
“The tax system needs to support the next generation of disruptors, businesses, and exporters to drive prosperity for all.
“It is clear in a B2P world that partnership must be tri-partite – business, government, society – and across national borders.
“As a 145 year old materials company, one of our most valuable assets is our pioneering spirit. We need to continue to think like a start-up and continue to make a material difference to our communities and our society.”