Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs
Purpose & Values
The drive for innovation and continuous improvement is at the heart of our purpose
Business Strategy
Climate change is at the heart of our business strategy
Innovation
Finding better ways to do things is in our DNA
We supply the metals and minerals used to help the world grow and decarbonise
Iron Ore
Iron ore is the primary raw material used to make steel
7 things the world will need for a low-carbon future
Wind, sun and water – what else do you need to make renewable energy work?
Sustainability – the expectation, not the exception
Shaping our aluminium product offering to meet demand for greener metals
Bringing to market materials critical to urbanisation and the transition to a low-carbon economy
Look inside a mine of the future
Our most intelligent mine yet is pioneering new mining technologies
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
Sustainability Reporting 2023
As temporary custodians of the land where we operate, we are entrusted with accessing the world’s essential materials and making them available for society’s use
Climate Change
We’re targeting net zero emissions by 2050
Tailings
We’ve launched a new interactive map of our tailings facilities
We aim to deliver superior returns to our shareholders while safeguarding the environment and meeting our obligations to wider society
Reports 2023
Download our 2023 Annual Report, Climate Change Report, Sustainability Fact Book and Taxes Paid Report
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Things you can't live without
Our podcast discussing what needs to happen to create a sustainable future for the everyday items we have come to rely on
A new way to decarbonise steel
Tackling a global challenge
Tackling it all
A short documentary series with the Queensland Reds is inspiring working women everywhere
Discover more about life at Rio Tinto
Graduates and students
If you want to drive real change, we have just the place to do it
Empowering families with flexibility
Supporting new parents of any gender with equal access to parental leave
Available jobs
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In the latest episode of "Things You Can't Live Without," Dr. Anna Ploszajski chats with chef Buddha Lo and our Chief Advisor Process Development, Amy Lamb, about something we all take for granted: salt. It's a simple kitchen staple, yet a giant in both the culinary world and industry.
We're committed to contributing to a shared future and positive legacy in Western Australia.
We’re advancing palm cockatoo research with technology trials at Weipa
Ever wondered what keeps your water ice-cold on a scorching day? In our podcast, Things You Can’t Live Without, writer, actress and TV host, Alie Ward reveals her surprising must-have – a reusable cup that keeps her water icy even in the LA heat.
In the latest episode of our podcast, Things You Can’t Live Without, host and materials scientist Dr Anna Ploszajski chats with Foley artist, Shelley Roden, and Saskia Duyvesteyn, our Chief Advisor, Research & Development, Copper, about turning trash into treasure.
Working with key maritime partners to improve crew welfare and safety
Discover how an ancient invention is helping decarbonise our operations
Automation is helping make our rail hubs safer, thanks to team-driven innovation
Despite the recent surge in popularity, the electric bike has been more than 200 years in the making with its origins dating back to the late 1800s.
This International Women's Day, we're focused on what still needs to be done to improve gender equity in our industry
Podcast series changes people’s views on everyday items
Copper’s hidden connection to the online dictionary and almost everything in our daily lives
A new program aims to get everyone thinking about the end from day one
Our evolving relationship with China Baowu is helping meet global demand for steel and transition to lower emissions technologies
A cross-country move has revealed unexpected leadership opportunities.
Working together to deliver decarbonisation, social support and commercial innovation
Meet the engineer using mining automation technology in Space for astronomical benefits on Earth
We’re driving the development of Australia’s largest solar power project to help repower our assets in Gladstone, Queensland
A behind the scenes look at one of our rare gem auctions
We’ve developed a new technology that can produce copper in a more sustainable way
Using blockchain to help trace our responsible materials
Metals and minerals will help bring your celebrations to life this season
By tracing the steps from START to finish
Since moving from Japan to the remote Pilbara region of Western Australia, Mari’s had a fascinating career trajectory – changing gears from hospitality to driving huge mining trucks and excavators.
Respect and inclusion are values we can’t take for granted
How breakthroughs, partnerships and people are driving transformational change in the critical minerals sector
Renewing bauxite residue while reducing our environmental impact
We’ve done some digging to bust a few pervasive myths about rocks, minerals and mining
From humble beginnings, GMG’s vision and tenacity are paying off
Our Western Australian awards program is celebrating our suppliers for innovation, safety and sustainability
Advocating for change from within the mining industry
An essential material for a low-carbon future
Pioneering a new source of a critical mineral
Diesel made from renewable raw materials is helping us reduce emissions
Key insights from our Chief Executive Jakob Stausholm’s Melbourne Mining Club discussion
Meet one of the engineers helping to rethink how we manage mining tailings
A new pilot program will help us find out
We’re working with community seed collectors to improve how we restore land after mining
We’re proud to have been part of the Western Australian community for more than 50 years
Sun and wind will power one of the world's largest microgrids
In this year of our 150th anniversary, we’re looking both to the past, and to the future.
How an environmentalist became the CEO of a mining company
Meet the engineer supporting conservation by teaching computer models how to find rare birds
Feeling comfortable to be your true self is a core part of feeling included, supported and productive at work
Our Chief Scientist, Nigel Steward, on long-term energy storage
Our Kennecott copper mine is extracting a rare, valuable metal from waste
Contributing to strong and thriving Western Australian communities is at the heart of what we do
Our new online platform gives a transparent view of our surface water use
Taking the world’s fourth-largest copper mine underground
Our Chief Scientist, Nigel Steward, on green hydrogen
Increasing Indigenous knowledge-sharing through 2-way Mentoring program
Protecting cultural heritage in the Pilbara
Finding new ways to rehabilitate red mud
Sinead Kaufman, Chief Executive Minerals
Finding solutions to shipping’s global carbon emissions
Working to protect marine turtles through community partnerships
Transitioning the Pilbara to zero-emission trucks and trains
By Sinead Kaufman, Chief Executive, Minerals, Rio Tinto
Finding a new use for a by-product of aluminium production
Mining is essential to the energy transition. Attracting the right people and helping them connect to the opportunity to make a difference is crucial to success.
Jakob Stausholm, Chief Executive of Rio Tinto
Learning from Indigenous peoples’ deep knowledge of the environment
A new Canadian research project aims to resolve “unfinished business”
We’re scaling up and working smarter to meet demand for renewables
Microbes could help us mine more sustainably
Investing in conservation will accelerate decarbonisation
The role of technological breakthroughs and the circular economy
Reimagining sustainability with cashmere
Many standout moments have helped define the first 10 years of operation at Oyu Tolgoi
Creating opportunities for everyone
Capturing employees’ creative ideas to solve business problems
Researching new techniques to rehabilitate land
Overcoming closure challenges at a former mine site
Helping Australian students discover their future career
Tackling climate change will be our legacy
Partnering with customers and suppliers to tackle industry challenges
How we’re raising our decarbonisation ambition
Making the most of what we take from the ground
Supporting entrepreneurship in Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, Quebec
North America’s first Indigenous-owned and operated railroad
Josette leads the team innovating more sustainable aluminium
Something infinitely small is making a big change
Dr Kirsten Perrett is leading new research that could help protect communities
Finding new ways to manage water responsibly
A low-carbon way to make fresh water
At the Iron Ore Company of Canada, Michelle has broken a lot of barriers - and “moved a lot of dirt” - thanks to three rules for living and working
Eight talented women share their experiences in the mining industry
Five ways we’re committed to playing our part in a stronger Australia
Argyle is closing, but its legacy will live on
Using aluminium waste to grow better blueberries
Taking a stand against gender-based violence
370,000 reasons why we’re proud to call the RFDS our partners
Meet some of our pioneering partners in Western Australia
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