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Extractive Sector

Industries that take raw materials directly from the earth, such as farming, mining, and oil/gas production.

Sustainability Due Diligence

The process companies use to identify, prevent, reduce, and account for negative environmental and social impacts in their own operations and supply chains.

Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD)

A specific law from the European Union that requires large companies to identify and address human rights and environmental impacts in their value chains.

Critical Mineral

Materials identified by the government as essential for economic or national security, or any fuel mineral like fossil fuels.

National Interests

The country's overall goals and priorities, especially regarding its security, economy, and foreign policy.

Value Chain

All the steps involved in bringing a product or service from its raw materials to the final customer, including design, production, marketing, and delivery.

North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code

A system used by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico to classify businesses by industry.