Case Studies
Our case studies demonstrate how Our Sustainability Framework (PDF 1.8KB) and our Sustainable Development Policy (PDF 28KB) direct our approach to community health, environmental protection, the health and safety of our workforce and our commitment to good governance and socio-economic development.
We have recently added some new case studies for the 2009 reporting period and we will continue to provide new case studies throughout the year.
World's First Power Plant To Use Coal Mine Ventilation Air As Fuel
In September 2007, BHP Billiton officially opened BHP Billiton's West Cliff Ventilation Air Methane Project (WestVAMP) - a world-first greenhouse gas reduction initiative. Situated at BHP Billiton Illawarra Coal's West Cliff Mine (NSW, Australia), the project is the first demonstration of commercial power generation solely from mine ventilation air.
Safety Week - Bringing Safety To The Forefront
BHP Billiton's inagaural Safety Week was held in January 2008. Launched by Chief Executive Officer, Marius Kloppers, Safety Week included a range of activities designed to ensure that safety is at the forefront of the mind of every manager, supervisor, employee and contractor.
Indigenous Trees For Life - Growing Money With Trees
BHP Billiton funds Indigenous Trees for Life in partnership with the Wildlands Conservation Trust in the KwaZulu-Natal province of South Africa. Indigenous Trees for Life is an empowerment and entrepreneurial initiative.
Engaging With Local Communities In Mondulkiri, Cambodia
Our exploration project in Cambodia offers unique opportunities to BHP Billiton including reducing risk from explosive remnants of war.
Contributing To Social Programs Through Our Antamina Mining Fund
With an initial contribution of US$64,319,239 we established and funded the Antamina Mining Fund in Peru. The Fund accounts for 40 per cent of the total mining industry contribution for the program's first year.
