THE IMPORTANCE OF CSR

Mott Macdonald is a global engineering , management and development consultancy focused on guiding clients through intricate challenges , for mining clients that involves CSR . The company provides support and works closely with major CSR focused organisations , including Engineers for Overseas Development ( EFOD ), Engineers Without Borders , Health , Education & Development Association ) RedR and Water Aid .

The company has provided consultancy services to the mining sector , specifically focusing on social development outcomes , with a project undertaken on behalf of the National AIDS Council in Zambia .

“ We developed the strategy , tools and guidance for a programme to raise HIV awareness and provide advice on prevention . A cost-benefit analysis undertaken afterwards showed that eight mining companies saved money by introducing the scheme ,” said a Mott Macdonald spokesperson .

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