| Justicia y Reparación (on behalf of individuals) & Australian-based enterprise (mining sector) operating in Chile | |
|---|---|
| Lead NCP | Australia |
| Supporting NCP(s) | Chile |
| Description | Specific instance alleging a non-observance of the OECD Guidelines. |
| Theme(s) | Environment, Human rights |
| Date | 3 Sep 2021 |
| Host country(ies) | Chile |
| Source | Business |
| Industry sector | Mining and quarrying |
| Status | In progress |
| Summary | On 3 September 2021, Justicia y Reparación, a law firm with offices in Chile representing affected individuals, submitted a specific instance to the Australian NCP alleging that an Australian-based enterprise active in the mining sector and operating in Chile had not observed the Human Rights (Chapter IV) and Environment (Chapter VI) provisions of the Guidelines. Specifically, the issues relate to copper mining activities in northern Chile that the submitters claim have damaged nearby wetlands and a lake located on land owned by the affected individuals. The submitters request that the enterprise develop a plan to address the damages and provide compensation to the affected individuals. The specific instance is now undergoing initial assessment. The AusNCP will coordinate with the Chilean NCP on this specific instance. |
