Resources

We publish objective, high-quality research to provide policy-makers, industry, and civil society with the tools to advance sustainable development initiatives through mining.

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May 2025

2024 IGF Annual Report

Exploring a milestone year of advancing mining governance in resource-rich countries across the globe.
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April 2025

Abandoned Mines Inventory and Risk Assessment Tool

Tool to support governments to complete a high-level inventory and risk assessment of abandoned mines. 
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March 2025

Evolving Standards on Stabilization

A practical guide for countries seeking to navigate stabilization clauses and align their contracts with these new standards.
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August 2025

Mining Policy Framework Assessment: Somalia

Examining Somalia’s mining laws, policies, and regulations and identifying gaps, strengths, and recommendations for improvement.
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March 2025

Mining Policy Framework Assessment: Bhutan

Identifying policy strengths, gaps, and recommendations to enhance mining governance in the country.
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February 2025

Draft | Transforming Artisanal and Small-Scale Gold Mining: Progress in formalization of the sector

This draft publication reviews key components of  ASGM formalization, examines progress in Tanzania and Ecuador, and draws conclusions based on the case studies presented.
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