Maximising Uranium Mining’s Social and Economic Benefits
A Guide for Stakeholders
The transformative activity of mining has numerous economic, social and environmental
impacts that can be both positive and adverse for communities, ecosystems and economies.
As the uranium industry begins to address negative perceptions and legacies associated
with past activities, environmental, socioeconomic and governance aspects of the uranium
mining life cycle are gaining increased attention from investors, communities, regulators
and other stakeholders. While environmental and human health and safety concerns often
dominate stakeholder engagement programmes and public conversations about uranium
operations, less public discussion and analytical research are typically devoted to
the socio-economic aspects. This was the basis for this report. Through an examination
of case studies from several countries the aim is to clarify how the numerous activities
related to uranium mining affect various aspects of socio-economic development – including
employment, supply chain investments, exports, taxes and royalties, innovation, infrastructure,
education and medical care. This report’s inventory of leading practices is intended
to inform public debate on uranium mine development and provide policymakers with
a framework of approaches to maximise the social and economic benefits of uranium
mining projects.
Published on September 01, 2022
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