Acronyms

AML-CFT: Anti-Money Laundering – Combating the Financing of Terrorism

ASM: Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining

CAHRA: Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Area

CRAFT: Code of Risk-mitigation for artisanal small-scale mining engaging in Formal Trade

DD: Due Diligence

EDD: Enhanced Due Diligence

ESG: Environment, Social and Governance

EITI: Extractive Industry Transparency Initiative

EU: European Union

GDL: Good Delivery List

ICMC: International Cyanide Management Code

ISAE 3000: International Standard on Assurance Engagements

IUCN: International Union for Conservation of Nature

KYC: Know Your Customer or Counterparty

LBMA: London Bullion Market Association

LPPM: London Platinum and Palladium Market

LSM: Large-Scale Mining

NGO: Non-Governmental Organisation

OECD: Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development

OFAC: US Office of Foreign Assets Control

PEP: Politically Exposed Persons

RGG: Responsible Gold Guidance

RMI: Responsible Minerals Initiative

RPPG: Responsible Platinum and Palladium Guidance

RSG: Responsible Silver Guidance

RSP: Responsible Sourcing Programme

UBO: Ultimate Beneficial Owner

UNESCO: United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization

UK: United Kingdom

US: United States

US SEC: United States Security and Exchange Commission

WHS: World Heritage Site

UN: United Nations