Quarrying CSR index: Social, economic and environmental factors in the analysis of the quarrying industry

IF 10.2 2区经济学 0 ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES

Resources Policy Pub Date : 2025-03-19 DOI:10.1016/j.resourpol.2025.105560

Marc Bascompta, Lluís Sanmiquel, Nor Sidki-Rius, Enrique Bonet, Maria Teresa Yubero

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Abstract

A Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) index is introduced to quantitatively evaluate quarrying activities. The index is based on fifteen indicators representing the environmental, social, and economic dimensions, providing a straightforward and flexible tool to analyze and enhance the value of quarrying projects at any stage. The proposed method enables the assessment of a quarry through three levels: individual indicators, dimensions (comprising multiple indicators), and an aggregated value encompassing all three dimensions. The Quarrying CSR index has been applied to three case studies, demonstrating its effectiveness and potential applications within the sector. Additionally, it relies on easily verifiable data, promoting transparency in evaluations and fostering stronger engagement with stakeholders. The system also facilitates the analysis of patterns and trends across subsectors and regions within the quarrying industry, as well as the evaluation of policy implementation in the sector.

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Resources Policy ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES-

CiteScore

13.40

自引率

23.50%

发文量

602

审稿时长

69 days

期刊介绍： Resources Policy is an international journal focused on the economics and policy aspects of mineral and fossil fuel extraction, production, and utilization. It targets individuals in academia, government, and industry. The journal seeks original research submissions analyzing public policy, economics, social science, geography, and finance in the fields of mining, non-fuel minerals, energy minerals, fossil fuels, and metals. Mineral economics topics covered include mineral market analysis, price analysis, project evaluation, mining and sustainable development, mineral resource rents, resource curse, mineral wealth and corruption, mineral taxation and regulation, strategic minerals and their supply, and the impact of mineral development on local communities and indigenous populations. The journal specifically excludes papers with agriculture, forestry, or fisheries as their primary focus.