Conflict Minerals

April 1, 2013 | Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

EC Launches Conflict Minerals Public Consultation

April 01, 2013｜Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

On March 27, 2013 the European Commission launched a public consultation on conflict minerals. The aim of the consultation is get interested parties’ views on a potential EU initiative for responsible sourcing of minerals coming from conflict zones and high-risk areas – for example, war zones, post-war zones, and areas vulnerable to political instability or civil unrest.

The consultation is open until June 26, 2013 and will be managed by the Commission's Directorate-General for Trade.