Metals for Humanity uses the basic elements of mining to help foster resilient, independent communities

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Making metals work for us all ®

Who We Are

M4H brings together industry stakeholders, communities, technical experts, and civil society organisations in metals-based initiatives that extend the benefits of mining beyond conventional value chains. By increasing inclusivity and ensuring that those most affected by mining also partake in its benefits, M4H endeavours to bring about a world in which metals work for us all.

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FuelLing the green transition:

The mining investment gap

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Impacts

Beneficiaries

42K

Provided access to clean drinking water and handwashing stations in connection with M4H's Pure Silver Initiative

Report health improvements

52%

According to an independent, 3rd-party survey conducted in pilot communites in Hidalgo, Mexio

Handwashing facilities increased by

90%

In participating Mexico City public primary schools

Where we work

Metals for Humanity operates in mineral-rich areas where communities are often at a disadvantage. By leveraging the unique properties of metals and minerals, we transform basic resources into community solutions that improve the quality of life and wellbeing of people.

Metals for Humanity began and presently operates in Mexico, with projects to follow in Peru and Chile.

News

M4H Director Published in LBMA's The Alchemist

It’s been widely noted, with the energy transition, that we are moving from a hydrocarbons- to a minerals-based economy. Less well known, is that the mineral resources required to reach current net-zero targets exceed known supplies.

M4H Director Publishes Op-Ed in Northern Miner

The mining industry must boost its support of local communities if it’s ever going to attract enough investors for the world to meet climate-change fighting goals.

Mining Magazine Interviews M4H Director

Ingrid Putkonen sits down with Mining Magazine to discuss M4H's method and impacts in underserved communities.

World Environment Day

Today marks World Environment Day. A day to recognise the importance of sustainability and protecting our planet.

FT Lex Publishes M4H Director's Letter to the Editor

While Lex correctly notes the myriad complexities of BHP’s potential acquisition of Anglo American, another important issue in acquisitions like these is that we always protect, promote and integrate the local mining communities.

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