Vale SA 2009 SR

The report highlights Vale's sustainability performance in 2009, focusing on its strategic pillars: Sustainable Operator, Local Development Catalyst, and Global Sustainability Agent. Despite the global economic crisis, the company invested US$9 billion and maintained its commitment to social and environmental initiatives, totaling US$781 million. Key developments included the approval of global policies for Sustainable Development and Human Rights, and the creation of the Vale Fund for Sustainable Development. The company achieved a GRI A+ application level and reported a 22% reduction in direct greenhouse gas emissions compared to 2008. Vale also emphasized its efforts in biodiversity conservation, protecting over 10,000 square kilometers of natural areas.

Company: Vale SA

Sector: Materials

Country: Brazil

Year: 2009

Type: SR

Pages: 134

Vale SA 2009 Sustainability Report

Sustainability Report

The report highlights Vale's sustainability performance in 2009, focusing on its strategic pillars: Sustainable Operator, Local Development Catalyst, and Global Sustainability Agent. Despite the global economic crisis, the company invested US$9 billion and maintained its commitment to social and environmental initiatives, totaling US$781 million. Key developments included the approval of global policies for Sustainable Development and Human Rights, and the creation of the Vale Fund for Sustainable Development. The company achieved a GRI A+ application level and reported a 22% reduction in direct greenhouse gas emissions compared to 2008. Vale also emphasized its efforts in biodiversity conservation, protecting over 10,000 square kilometers of natural areas.

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Document Details

Report Year

2009

Reporting Period

Jan 1, 2009 - Dec 31, 2009

Fiscal Year

2009

Published

Jun 7, 2010

Type

Sustainability Report

Language

English

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Standards & Assurance

Reporting Standards

Materiality Assessment

Assurance

Assurance Provider

Assurance Standard

Other Standards

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Emissions

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Energy Consumption

Renewable Energy

Water Consumption

Total Waste

Women in Management

Workplace Fatalities

Employees