Supplying a Sustainable Future

Sherritt’s products contribute directly to global plans for a sustainable future for all. So, where do Sherritt’s products end up? What is unique about them? What are the opportunities? Scroll down to learn more.

Sherritt’s products have important roles to play in a sustainable future. Each contributes to the development of goods and services which can provide a safe, healthy and secure existence for all. Our products are used widely, in thousands of applications throughout the global marketplace.

More and more, in their efforts to ensure a responsible supply chain, customers want to know how we conduct our business. Sherritt expects this interest to grow and is prepared for the evolution occurring in supply chain relationships.

At Sherritt, we are committed to ensuring that we operate sustainably and that we are not creating environmental, social or economic harm in the areas in which we operate. How is Sherritt responding to the sustainability challenges encountered when mining and refining non-renewable resources?

Ensuring the safety and health of our employees and communities	Fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce
Interacting with a wide range of stakeholders	Respecting human rights
Ensuring the survival of a viable business	Protecting the environment
Providing benefits to local communities	Establishing respectful and productive relationships with all levels of government

345
million tonnes

345 million tonnes of CO₂ emissions could be eliminated due to increased fuel efficiency in aviation as the result of improving aerodynamics and engine design, using nickel-containing parts.

25–35
years

The average life of nickel-containing products is in the range of 25–35 years, and for some applications such as roofs and cladding this can go up to 100 years. Nickel-containing materials and products are necessary for sustainability.

70%

More than 70% the world’s supply of nickel is unsuitable for battery production; however, 100% of Sherritt’s Class 1 nickel briquettes and cobalt is suitable for batteries, including hybrid and electric vehicles.