Our Approach

We have a strong commitment to sustainable mining practices that minimise impacts on the natural environment. We also want to make a positive contribution to the Cape Preston environment before, during and beyond the our operation of the mine.

Conservation

The proposed Dampier Archipelago Marine Park and Cape Preston Marine Management Area encompass the waters off Cape Preston.  Preston Island, which is located in proximity to CITIC Pacific Mining's port, falls within the Great Sandy Island Nature Reserve. 

CITIC Pacific Mining has prepared management plans to ensure that the conservation values associated with these areas are maintained.  Furthermore, the company is investigating ways to extend the terrestrial portions within these conservation areas.

Greenhouse mitigation

To minimise greenhouse impacts we are constructing an efficient, low emission combined-cycle power station which has around 40% less emissions than the alternatives.  We will also plant 150,000 trees each year for ten years to assist in sequestering unavoidable carbon emissions.

Environmental management

Recognising the need to conserve precious water supplies in the Pilbara the Sino Iron project will meet its water needs through the construction of a large desalination plant.

We will contribute to the control of mesquite, a noxious weed which has significantly modified the riverine environments of the Robe and Fortescue Rivers.