Rio Tinto is one of the world's largest mining and materials companies, founded in 1873. It operates across 34 countries on six continents, extracting and producing commodities including iron ore, copper, aluminium, and lithium. The company maintains dual headquarters in London, England, and Melbourne, Australia, and employs over 61,000 people.
The company's stated purpose is 'Finding better ways.' It has set a target to reduce operational emissions by 50% by 2030 and achieve net zero by 2050. Rio Tinto also highlights deep partnerships with Indigenous Peoples and local communities worldwide as part of its operating approach.
