The company supports a sustainable culture for the environment through its Resource Protection Policy. The fundamentals of this policy are:

• Continuous improvement of environmental performance, safety and occupational health by reducing adverse environmental impacts and the risk of its employees.
• Protection and care of equipment and facilities in order to maximize production capacity.
• Prevention of environmental pollution and accidents.
• Optimization of the use of natural resources and inputs that are used in the production management.
• Voluntary compliance with environmental, safety and occupational health legislation.
• Promotion of the growth and development of its employees through coaching, training, equal opportunities and teamwork.
• Open and transparent communication with the community, employees, suppliers, clients, authorities and shareholders.
• Promotion of adherence to this policy among its suppliers.

The Company’s subsidiary, Companía Minera Dolores S.A. de C.V (CMD) has been recognised for its work in the community when it was awarded the Empresa Socialmente Responsible recently. This was the second year in which CMD was recognised for its efforts. The Company has also obtained the “Single Environmental License” (Licencia Ambiental Única) and “Clean Industry” (Industria Limpia) certification from the Mexican environmental authority. Minefinders and its subsidiary’s remain committed to upholding and surpassing these standards going forward.