Materials and Extractives

Forestry sustains ecosystems, supports livelihoods, and balances environmental sustainability with community wellbeing through resource management and social innovation.

Materials and extractives provide essential raw inputs for industries and economic growth, with significant environmental and social impacts requiring responsible management and innovative solutions for sustainability.

Metals and minerals are essential for modern life and development, providing raw materials while posing challenges in sustainability, governance, and community impact. Innovations aim to improve equity and reduce harm.

Mining is vital for economic development, providing essential raw materials while posing environmental and social challenges that require responsible management and innovation.

Oil and gas are vital global resources that drive economies but pose environmental and social challenges, requiring balanced management for sustainable and equitable development.

Recycling reduces waste, conserves resources, and supports sustainable development by linking environmental sustainability with economic opportunity and social inclusion.