Alrosa announces its Social and Environmental Report for 2014

Mining giant Alrosa has announced its Social and Environmental Report for 2014, informing about the company’s major contribution to three areas of sustainable development: economy, environment and social systems. The report, according to the company was prepared in accordance with the “core” level of the new GRI G4 Sustainability Reporting Guidelines.

The company’s social and environmental performance, commitments to the shareholders, clients and government, along with employees, local and industry communities are regulated by a backbone document – the Sustainable Development and Corporate Social Responsibility Policy of PJSC ALROSA.

The company stated that it encourages stable social and environmental development all across its footprint investing heavily in social infrastructure maintenance and offering financial support to childcare, educational and research, cultural and sporting institutions. In 2014, its social expenses exceeded RUB 5.7 billion. In 2014, Alrosa invested over RUB 3.2 billion in social programs for personnel. Its programs, include health care, home purchase support, cultural and sports events. Its total environmental spending amounted to about RUB 6 billion in 2014. The company stated it pays great attention to environmental protection, sustainable use of natural resources and reduction of environmental footprint.