Sumitomo Metal Mining

Sumitomo Metal Mining

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Industry: Metals & Mining
Listing country: Japan
Year added: 2018

Established in 1950 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Sumitomo Metal Mining is a corporation recognized for its extensive operations in the field of mineral resources, smelting and refining, as well as materials. Known prominently by its own name rather than distinct brand names, the company maintains a global presence. Key markets for Sumitomo Metal Mining include Japan, several Asian countries, North America, and various other regions. The company is involved in the mining and selling of minerals and also excels in the production of refined metals and advanced materials. (Powered by AI)

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Beyond providing individuals with income and financial stability, companies can stimulate economic growth, contribute to poverty reduction, and strengthen social cohesion through employment1. When people have access to meaningful work, they are mo...

Impaakt A. September 19th, 2025
20 ratings

Annually, the world generates over 9 billion (Bn) tonnes (t) of industrial waste1. About a third of the waste generated globally is managed improperly, dumped, or openly burned, undermining circularity and contributing to the loss of valuable mate...

Impaakt A. September 24th, 2025
32 ratings
Sumitomo Metal Mining

Every year, about 4 trillion m3 of water is consumed worldwide1. Only 3% of the total available water on Earth is freshwater, and only 0.5% is available for human consumption2. Around 20% of the total water consumption is used by industry3;p7. Pro...

30.08.2021 - Impact Analyst Muhammad Aqib A. February 6th, 2024
32 ratings

Metals and minerals, inorganic substances found in the Earth's crust, significantly impact our daily lives1. Essential for constructing homes and schools, generating heat and electricity, and manufacturing key components of hygiene and health prod...

23.10.2021 - Impact Analyst Muhammad S. January 24th, 2024
22 ratings
Sumitomo Metal Mining

To ensure strong institutions and the well-being of society, governments spend a considerable amount of the state's budget on public goods and services, which are funded through taxes paid by individuals and corporations1. Corporate taxes accounte...

30.08.2021 - Impact Analyst Muhammad Aqib A. February 7th, 2024
12 ratings

Whenever metals with high density, like zinc, copper, nickel, cobalt, silver, etc., are released into the environment via landfills or waste sites, they seep into the soil and water, leading to ecosystem damage1;p1-2, 2, 3. Their presence in the s...

09.10.2020 - Impact Analyst Kithembe M. September 21st, 2023
14 ratings
Sumitomo Metal Mining

A diverse workplace expands people's ability to develop talents and skills by exchanging various ideas and expertise1. Discrimination leads to loneliness, and a loss of self-esteem2. Fostering the inclusion of minorities helps them economically su...

03.03.2022 - Impact Analyst Bolu F. August 31st, 2023
20 ratings
Sumitomo Metal Mining

Mining exerts pressure on all ecosystems1. As of 2022, mining used over 10 million (Mn) hectares (ha) of land globally14. Mining alters landscapes as it removes topsoil, which hinders vegetation growth in the future2.  A stretch of 50 km can be di...

16.04.2022 - Impact Analyst Afolabi B. May 31st, 2023
18 ratings

The working conditions in the mining sector are tainted with forced labour (child labour as well), excessive working hours, bonded labour, lack of protective equipment, etc1,2. As of 2021, around 50 million (Mn) people are subjected to modern slav...

10.09.2021 - Impact Analyst S Chandrakant Reddy S. May 15th, 2023
20 ratings
Sumitomo Metal Mining

According to ILO, gender parity is 40%-60% of either gender1;pxii. Women's underrepresentation puts them at an economic disadvantage2. Increasing women's participation will help them support their families and contribute to development2. The minin...

13.08.2020 - Impact Analyst Ramee B. August 9th, 2023
18 ratings