7. Glossary

Ressource primaire; primary resource

These are as yet untapped geological ore resources.

secondary resource; ressource secondaire

These are resources that can be extracted from residues at all stages of the value-addition process and value chain. These may be mine tailings, mining or metallurgical residues, or municipal waste.

ESG

Abbreviation for environment, social and governance. ESG criteria can be assessed for most companies, which can then be classified, indicating their level on the sustainable development scale.