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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We strongly believe that our growth is inextricably linked to the growth of neighbouring communities. That’s why we maintain close ties with local residents and key stakeholders through continuous dialogue. We support initiatives that help our local communities grow and thrive, focus on regional development, and are aligned with community needs. RTIT Quebec Operations is also committed to building long-term partnerships in the areas of education, economic development, and the environment, as well as with community organisations.
Water is crucial to our operations, and most of it is pumped from the St. Lawrence River. We use water for a variety of purposes, including various processes and cooling operations in our facilities. RTIT recycles and reuses part of that water internally to reduce water consumption at the source. All the water we use, as well as most rainwater, is treated at our water treatment plant before being discharged back into the river.
As our facilities are located in urban environments, minimising the impact of our operations on the air quality of nearby communities is a priority. This includes monitoring emissions at the source and using a range of equipment to assess air quality at our facilities and in the community.
We care about our communities and look for ways to minimise our footprint and show our commitment to the environment. For example, we installed acoustic walls and silencers to mitigate potential noise pollution that could affect residents in the nearby towns of Saint-Joseph-de-Sorel and Saint-Ignace-de-Loyola. We carry out annual assessments of noise levels from various sources and take corrective action where necessary. Noise levels in the communities are also continuously monitored by 2 noise measuring stations.
When we talk about social investments, we’re talking about the amounts we contribute through our donations and partnerships program, as well as the time our employees spend working with regional organisations to understand the challenges and issues facing the communities in which we operate.
Our approach fosters long-term thinking, so that our team can respond to the needs and wishes of these communities in a more strategic way—to be rigorous and thoughtful throughout the investment process in order to provide financial support to high-impact projects that effect meaningful change.
Our donations and partnerships program has 4 main pillars:
1. Social
Provide essential health services and support social, community and volunteer initiatives that complement existing public services in order to improve the quality of life of vulnerable groups and encourage everyone to lead healthy, active lives.
2. Regional economic development
Foster the emergence of a regional economy rooted in sustainable development and industrial ecology, encourage a strong entrepreneurial culture, and support a diversified arts and culture scene.
3. Education
Promote training, education, and graduation and partner with initiatives aimed at training and retaining skilled workers.
4. Environment
Protect ecosystems and biodiversity, especially in protected areas, and improve the quality of the natural environment.
Our team only processes requests for the Sorel-Tracy area.
The Donations and Partnerships program is designed to create value and become an asset to our host communities while working to achieve our business objectives. Creating active partnerships is our organization's preferred course of action.
We build our partnerships around 4 strategic pillars: education, economic diversity, the environment and social community.
To apply for donations and partnerships, not-for-profit organizations (NPOs) must complete and submit the Donations and Partnerships Application Form.
RTIT Quebec Operations has an Information and Concern Line for citizens who have questions, comments and suggestions. Calls are answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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T: 450 746 3040