Table of Contents

Chapter 1

: Introduction
  - Background on extractive industries and their economic importance
  - Environmental and social impacts if not properly managed
  - Objectives and scope of the project

Chapter 2

: Environmental Risks of Extractive Activities
  - Risks from mining operations (surface and underground)
  - Risks from oil and gas extraction (onshore and offshore)
  - Risks from industrial logging and deforestation

Chapter 3

: Regulatory Frameworks for Environmental Protection
  - Legislation governing pollution, reclamation, community engagement
  - Role of environmental assessments and monitoring
  - Challenges with enforcement capacity

Chapter 4

: Voluntary Certification Programs
  - Certification schemes for responsible mining, logging, oil and gas
  - Standards for biodiversity protection, indigenous rights, pollution
  - Benefits and limitations of voluntary approaches

Chapter 5

: Case Studies in Sustainable Resource Management
  - Leading practices in countries/states for specific extractive sectors
  - Examples of companies with strong environmental and social performance
  - Engagement with Indigenous communities and benefits sharing

Conclusion: Principles for Balancing Development and Conservation