Approach To Sustainability
We supply materials to enhance performance and sustainability in critical products that improve everyday life in a lower carbon world.
We define the performance of our organization based on a strong health and safety leadership and culture, and on industry-best environmental practices. We also prioritize building and maintaining relationships with the communities that are critical to sustain our mission. We operate responsibly, respecting our employees, communities, and the environment. Across our operations, we ensure that we enhance everyday lives, and communities at large, to create a lower carbon world. We continuously invest in technologies that reduce our overall footprint, and in communities that help sustain our mission.
Areas of Commitment
We’re focused on making tangible impacts in areas that matter most to our local communities.
Health and Safety
We believe that nothing is more important than the safety and well-being of our employees and others with whom we work. We believe that all injuries and occupational illnesses are preventable, and we strive to provide a safe and healthy workplace through participation, cooperation, and the commitment of everyone.
Climate
As a supplier of critical inputs for a low-carbon economy, we are committed to produce them with net-zero emissions by 2050 or sooner. We are actively working on aligning our pathway with the highest international standards.
Environment
We believe that respecting the natural environment is fundamental to our present and future success. We are committed to minimizing all environmental impacts associated with our operations.
Community
Magris’s core values are rooted in the relationships we strive to build with our communities. We define these communities to include our employees, contractors, suppliers, local communities, and others who may be impacted by our activities. We are committed to open and transparent communication with all our communities, and we seek to understand and consider their concerns in the decisions we make.
Governance
We believe in the importance of operating our business in an open and transparent manner and holding ourselves, our employees and our contractors to the highest standards and best practices.
NEW MINE WATER TREATMENT PLANT
Magris has recently invested $60MM into a brand new, state-of-the-art water treatment facility. 80% of water is recycled, and with this new facility, Magris will materially further its mission to improving lives in a lower carbon world.
NINE YEARS OF LOCAL SUPPORT
For the 9th year in a row, Niobec is proud to be the official sponsor of Saint-Honoré dans l'Vent
UL POST INDUSTRIAL WASTE CLASSIFICATION OBTAINED
Magris Talc’s Vermont Operations has achieved a UL Environmental claim validation for its Vertal AF product - for more information, please see the Magris Talc download centre.
Environmental Highlights
Our operations are designed to improve the environments in which they operate. Across our power and water usage and overall footprint, see how we’re making a tangible difference.
Power
Over 95% of power generated from renewable sources for clean production and supply of our materials
Water
80% of our water is recycled, and we have just finished completion of a new $50MM water treatment facility
Community
Magris employs over 750 local individuals across a lean footprint of operations
Carbon Footprint
Proud to operate as a net-negative carbon producer with more than 15% YoY improvements in CO2 production
Recent Sponsorships
Sustainability Filings and Documents
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The Mining Association of Canada’s Towards Sustainable Mining (TSM) standard is a globally recognized sustainability program that supports mining companies in managing key environmental and social risks. As a member of the Quebec Mining Association, Niobec publishes annual performance results. Click to view.
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Magris strongly supports the ten principles of the United Nation's Global Compact with respect to human rights, labor, environment and anti-corruption. We are committed to incorporate these principles in how we operate and develop our company.
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Magris is working towards publishing its first sustainability report in the first half of 2023. To ensure credibility and accuracy, the report will be developed in accordance with the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) standards.
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