Human rights in wind turbine supply chains

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Written by: Vincent Kiezebrink

Written by: Joseph Wilde-Ramsing

Written by: Gisela ten Kate

Published on: 19 January 2018

This briefing paper sheds light on the risks that are brought about by the projected increase in demand for minerals, such as iron ore and chromium, which are needed for the production of new wind turbines. An overview is provided of how the mining of these minerals affects people and the environment in international supply chains.

The paper also describes what is expected of companies supplying the Netherlands with wind turbines in terms of their supply chain responsibility and respecting human rights. The paper then reviews efforts by these companies to undertake due diligence to identify, prevent and mitigate risks of adverse impacts in their metals and minerals supply chain.

Commissioned by ActionAid Netherlands and written by SOMO, the paper is primarily intended to inform the Dutch government and companies in the wind energy sector about the social and environmental risks in renewable energy supply chains. It’s aim is to influence and improve Dutch policy to ensure fair and sustainable mineral supply chains globally and to broaden the scope of the energy transition agenda.

Posted in category:

Publication

Written by:

Written by: Vincent Kiezebrink

Written by: Joseph Wilde-Ramsing

Written by: Gisela ten Kate

Published on: 19 January 2018