Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs
Our business
We operate in 35 countries where our 57,000 employees are working to find better ways to provide the materials the world needs
Our purpose in action
Continuous improvement and innovation are part of our DNA
Innovation
The need for innovation is greater than ever
We supply the metals and minerals used to help the world grow and decarbonise
Iron Ore
The primary raw material used to make steel, which is strong, long-lasting and cost-efficient
Lithium
The lightest of all metals, it is a key element needed for low-carbon technologies
Copper
Tough but malleable, corrosion-resistant and recyclable, and an excellent conductor of heat and transmitter of electricity
Bringing to market materials critical to urbanisation and the transition to a low-carbon economy
Oyu Tolgoi
One of the most modern, safe and sustainable operations in the world
Rincon Project
A long-life, low-cost and low-carbon lithium source
Simandou Project
The world’s largest untapped high-grade iron ore deposit
Providing materials the world needs in a responsible way
Climate Change
We’re targeting net zero emissions by 2050
Nature solutions
Our nature-based solutions projects complement the work we're doing to reduce our Scope 1 and 2 emissions
Decarbonisation progress update
We have a clear plan on decarbonisation - find out more about our progress in 2024
We aim to deliver superior returns to our shareholders while safeguarding the environment and meeting our obligations to wider society
Investor seminars
Our Investor seminar will be held in London on 4 December, and our Decarbonisation update on 5 December
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Things you can't live without
Our podcast discussing what needs to happen to create a sustainable future for the everyday items we have come to rely on
The 'f' word of innovation
How unlocking innovation requires a change of mindset
Reducing titanium oxide's carbon footprint
Our BlueSmelting technology could drastically reduce carbon emissions during ore processing
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If you want to drive real change, we have just the place to do it
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Supporting new parents of any gender with equal access to parental leave
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The Board has established committees responsible for audit, remuneration, sustainability and nominations issues. In addition, a Chair's Committee operates under delegated authority between scheduled board meetings. These Committees help the Board ensure high standards of corporate governance are maintained across the Group.
The Committees are governed by terms of reference, set and approved by the Board, which are reviewed annually.
More details on the activities of each committee are set out in the Governance report of the 2023 Annual Report.
The Audit & Risk Committee helps the Board to monitor decisions and processes designed to ensure the integrity of financial reporting, sound systems of internal control and risk management.
The Committee is responsible for financial reporting; internal controls, including internal controls over financial reporting; internal audit and assurance; external auditors (appointment and relationship); the effectiveness of the risk management framework; and the integrity and compliance program.
In carrying out its responsibilities the Committee has full authority to investigate all matters that fall within its terms of reference. Accordingly, the Committee may:
Simon Henry (Chair), Joc O'Rourke, Ben Wyatt, Kaisa Hietala, Sharon Thorne
The Nominations Committee helps the Board ensure its composition is regularly reviewed and refreshed in order that it is effective and able to operate in the best interests of shareholders.
The Committee develops and agrees the desired profiles of potential candidates for board membership. It oversees the recruitment process and engages external search consultants to manage searches on its behalf, including constructing shortlists comprising candidates from diverse backgrounds. Following a final review of shortlisted candidates, the Committee makes recommendations for new Board members to the board for approval.
On behalf of the board, the Committee also reviews proposals for appointments to the Executive Committee and monitors executive succession planning.
Dominic Barton (Chair), Simon Henry, Sam Laidlaw, Ngaire Woods, Dean Dalla Valle
The Sustainability Committee oversees Rio Tinto’s frameworks, management systems and processes for ensuring the health and safety of our employees and contractors; monitors our key environmental risks such as water, tailings management and biodiversity; and supports the Group’s contribution to the sustainable development of the communities in which we operate.
Dean Dalla Valle (Chair), Dominic Barton, Sam Laidlaw, Ngaire Woods, Kaisa Hietala, Martina Merz
The People & Remuneration Committee helps the Board ensure that remuneration policy and practices reward employees and executives fairly and responsibly, with a clear link to corporate and individual performance, and a focus on people and culture.
Sam Laidlaw (Chair), Dominic Barton, Jennifer Nason, Susan Lloyd-Hurwitz, Dean Dalla Valle, Ben Wyatt
The Chair's Committee acts on behalf of the Board between scheduled board meetings, either in accordance with authority delegated by the Board or as specifically set out within its terms of reference. It supports the functioning of the Board and ensures that its business and Committees are properly planned and aligned with management.
When mandated by the Board, the Chair's Committee will consider urgent matters between Board meetings, and deal with the implementation of Board decisions on transactions and other corporate matters. Other than for the chair of the Board, the Committee performs the annual review of Non-Executive Directors' fees and makes a recommendation to the Board, as appropriate.
Dominic Barton (Chair), Jakob Stausholm, Peter Cunningham
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With the exception of the use of cookies (explained below), Rio Tinto generally does not seek to collect personal data through this website. However if you choose to provide personal data to Rio Tinto through this website (for example, by sending us an email), we will process that personal data to answer your query and if relevant, to manage our business relationship with you or your company. We won't process that personal data for other purposes except where required to meet our legal obligations or otherwise as authorised by law and notified to you.
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