Biological diversity

BIODIVERSITY CONSERVATION
IN THE CHELYABINSK REGION
In its Environmental Policy, MMK has outlined its commitments to preserve biodiversity, natural landscapes and aquatic ecosystems and conserve protected areas when making investments in the application of the best available technology.

In line with the adopted programme, the Company seeks to increase the biodiversity in aquatic ecosystems and reduce and prevent undesirable vegetation in the Magnitogorsk reservoir.

In 2020, the Company also set land rehabilitation and greening goals. MMK monitors progress on its biodiversity conservation and enhancement initiatives.

$

773.5

thousands

the Group’s total expenditure on biodiversity conservation in 2020

+

69

%

y-o-y

BIODIVERSITY CONSERVATION AND ENHANCEMENT PROGRAMMES

Biodiversity conservation and enhancement programmes are implemented in the Chelyabinsk Region.

In 2020, MMK updated its Environmental Policy, adding a biodiversity conservation target. Taking steps to preserve flora and fauna, MMK contributes to the sustainable development of the surrounding areas and demonstrates its environmentally responsible approach to business.

Biological diversity

Restoration and development of biodiversity of the Ural River and Magnitogorsk Water Reservoir

Restoration and development of biodiversity of the Ural River and Magnitogorsk Water Reservoir

Disturbed Land Restoration

Disturbed Land Restoration

Landscaping of City of Magnitogorsk

Landscaping of City of Magnitogorsk

WWF DISCLOSURES

WWF Russia annually rates Russian mining and metals companies on transparency, which helps compare them by environmental responsibility and impact on the environment. In 2019, MMK was placed tenth in the mining and metals sector.

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