46-8 Environmental Standards for Operations of the Non-Metallic Mining

Summary

The objective of these Standards is to establish the environmental requirements for non-metallic mining operations that are regulated by Law Nos. 123-71, 146-71 and 64-00, in accordance with the principles of environmental protection and sustainable use of natural resources, and protection of the health and life of people.

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Issuer

Dominican Republic

Year

2000

Region

North America

Issuer (type)

Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources (Ministerio de Medio Ambiente y Recursos Naturales) (Government)

Policy Type

Other sustainability policy

Geographical scope

National

Mandatory or voluntary

Mandatory

Main industries targeted

Manufacturing
Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas Extraction
Construction
Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services

Restrictiveness

Moderate

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
SDG 13: Climate Action
SDG 14: Life Below Water
SDG 15: Life on Land