Our approach to sustainability has evolved progressively.
The mineral products industry is an essential economic enabler for other sectors to thrive. Mineral products are as universal in, and essential to, everyday life as they are to broader economic activity, growth and prosperity.
And a healthy domestic mineral products industry is fundamental for developing UK infrastructure and improving living standards.
Our substantial total landholding means the industry can do much to influence the cause of sustainable development across the UK.
Looking forward, producers face some critical challenges, such as securing the long-term supply of minerals, promoting circularity, and addressing climate change including the industry’s commitment to improving sustainability and achieving net zero emissions.
At the same time, the industry will continue to play an important role supporting nature recovery through the restoration of worked quarries.