Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs
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We operate in 35 countries where our 60,000 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
Enabling ESG transparency
Our START™ initiative tracks traceability and responsible production of Rio Tinto materials.
We aim to deliver superior returns to our shareholders while safeguarding the environment and meeting our obligations to wider society
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Our podcast discussing what needs to happen to create a sustainable future for the everyday items we have come to rely on
Refuelling the mining industry
How can we power the world’s biggest machines with new fuel solutions?
Forging a low-carbon future
How we're working to decarbonise iron ore and steel
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PERTH, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rio Tinto, Mitsui and Nippon Steel will invest $733 million1 (Rio Tinto share $389 million) to develop the West Angelas Sustaining Project, part of the Robe River Joint Venture in Western Australia’s Pilbara region. The project, to develop new iron ore deposits in the West Angelas hub, has now received all necessary State and Federal Government approvals.
MELBOURNE, Australia-- The Gladstone Power Station (GPS) Joint Venture confirms that CS Energy has formally notified the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) of the potential retirement of GPS in March 2029, aligning with the expiry of existing supply and operational arrangements. The notification ensures compliance with the National Electricity Rules to provide notice of closu
MELBOURNE, Australia - Rio Tinto has launched its final Beyond Rare Tender, the third in its annual Art Series, featuring 52 lots of extraordinarily rare masterpieces of nature, from its Canadian and Australian diamond mines. Titled Into the Light, this unique event marks a special chapter in world diamond history. With Rio Tinto’s Australian Argyle Diamond Mine ceasing operation
Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company.
We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.
The Simandou project is helping build roads, rail and revenue for Guinea – with local businesses leading the way
Meet Pat, one of our graduates working with some of the biggest pieces of mobile machinery in the world.
In 1873, railway engineer George Barclay Bruce was offered a new job.
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