The report highlights Vale's commitment to sustainable development, particularly in the areas of environmental protection, climate change, and community relations. The company made significant investments in 2009, particularly in the areas of project development, research and development, and the maintenance of existing operations. The report also details Vale's efforts to mitigate the impacts of the global economic crisis, through various initiatives such as relocating and retraining employees, and developing new technologies to improve efficiency and reduce costs. In addition, Vale published new global policies for sustainable development, human rights, and corporate security, reflecting their commitment to ethical conduct and transparency.
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Vale SA 2009 Sustainability Report
Issuing Company Vale S.A.
Report Type Sustainability Report
Report Language EN
Report Filesize 7.25 MB
No. of Pages 134 pages
Reporting period2007-2009
Report EditionUnknown
Assurance Provider Ernst & Young
Reporting Standards GRI; ICMM; UNSDG
Materiality Assessmenttrue