Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: The mining industry faces significant challenges, including sustainability, environmental impact, and compliance with evolving regulatory frameworks. These challenges are compounded by the global demand for responsible sourcing and traceability across complex supply chains. The CERA 4in1 standard emerges as an innovative certification framework, addressing these issues by integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria throughout the mining lifecycle, from exploration to final product delivery. This comprehensive system combines advanced technologies, such as material fingerprinting and blockchain-based traceability, to ensure transparency, compliance, and stakeholder trust. The modular design of the CERA 4in1 standard aligns with international regulations, providing a structured pathway for organizations to improve operations while meeting regulatory and market demands. This contribution outlines the structure and development of the CERA 4in1 system, emphasizing its potential to foster sustainability, operational transparency, and robust certification processes across the mining sector. The anticipated completion of this standard by 2025 represents a critical milestone in advancing responsible practices and enhancing global supply chain integrity.
Authors: Thania Nowaz, Paulina Fernandez, Lukas Foerster, Michael Tost, Daniel Monfort Climent, Samuel Olmos Betin, Frank Melcher
Language: English
Subfield: Building and Construction
Field: Engineering
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
Estimated APC paid: $3,390
Funder: European Commission
OpenAlex ID: W4407568281