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Extractive Industries

The World Bank helps developing countries manage their natural resource wealth responsibly and sustainably, in a way that contributes to sustainable growth and development, protects communities and reduces carbon emissions.

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A Renewed Framework for World Bank Engagement

The World Bank's new approach, articulated in a new report, champions the professionalization and social well-being of artisanal and small-scale miners.
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EGPS Partnership Council Meeting

On June 17, the World Bank Extractives and EGPS Trust Fund convened their Partnership Council Meeting in Geneva and welcomed new members and observers. Watch a video recap by Robert Schlotterer.
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PDAC CONFERENCE

From March 3 to 6, 2024, our team participated in the 92nd annual Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) in Toronto, the leading global convention for mineral exploration and mining.

Extractive Industries At-A-Glance

About 3.5 billion people live in countries rich in oil, gas, or minerals. But, all too often, these resources have become a source of conflict rather than opportunity. Many of these countries also suffer from poverty, corruption, and conflict stemming from weak governance.

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Welcome to the World Bank Extractives Global Department's Quarterly Newsletter. Dive into our latest operational progress, strategic engagements, and knowledge products.

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EGPS-3: Supporting Critical Minerals and Climate Goals

Discover how EGPS-3 aligns with Japan's critical mineral priorities and climate change goals in this insightful video featuring Miki Hayakawa, Deputy Director of the International Bureau at Japan's Ministry of Finance in Geneva on June 17, 2024.

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Demetrios Papathanasiou

Global Director for the World Bank's Energy and Extractives Global Department

Robert Schlotterer

Robert Schlotterer

Practice Manager for the World Bank's Energy and Extractives Global Department

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Mining Sector Diagnostic (MSD)

The Mining Sector Diagnostic (MSD) is a diagnostic tool that is used to comprehensively assess how a country’s mining sector is managed. The tool analyzes primary data and interview data to clearly identify the mining ...
Greece's Transition Away From Coal Offers a Roadmap for Other Countries

Greece is set to invest billions of dollars in coal-dependent areas to help them build back better – and greener.
Emergency Relief Response for Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining Communities

The World Bank's Extractives Global Programmatic Support (EGPS) has created a new emergency response for vulnerable artisanal and small-scale mining communities impacted by COVID-19.
Just Transition for All: A Feminist Approach for the Coal Sector

This Initiative brings together governments, oil companies, and development institutions who agree to eliminate the practice by 2030.

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Yann Doignon

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Tehreem Saifey

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