Business Principals

We work ethically

• We are committed to the highest standards of personal and professional ethical behaviour.

We work responsibly

• We are committed to the highest standards of health, safety and environmental performance.

We work openly

• We are committed to the maximum transparency that is commercially possible in our business.

We work together and with others

• We are committed to co-operating with employees, local communities and other stakeholders.

Sustainable Development Standards

Xstrata Coal Queensland is committed to caring for the communities and environments in which it operates. It does this through best practice management programs and by implementing Xstrata’s seventeen Sustainable Development Management Standards, which focus on achieving excellence in health, safety, environment and community management. Each of these standards will be adopted for the Wandoan Coal Project.

Xstrata was named the mining sector leader for the third consecutive year in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index 2009/10. It was also named a platinum level company and the mining sector leader by the United Kingdom’s Business in the Community’s Corporate Responsibility Index.Xstrata’s 17 Sustainable Development Standards, along with our Business Principles and Sustainable Development Policy form our Sustainable Development Framework. Compliance to this Framework assures performance to international sustainability standards, beyond regulatory compliance. Each of the standards listed below link to more detailed information on its intent, requirements and expectations.

1 Leadership, Strategy and Accountability

2 Planning and Resources

3 Behaviour, Awareness and Competency

4 Communication and Engagement

5 Risk and Change Management

6 Catastrophic Hazards

7 Legal Compliance and Document Control

8 Operational Integrity

9 Health and Occupational Hygiene

10 Environment, Biodiversity and Landscape Functions

11 Contractors, Suppliers and Partners

12 Social and Community Engagement

13 Life Cycle Management – Projects and Operations

14 Product Stewardship

15 Incident Management

16 Monitoring and Review

17 Emergencies, Crises and Business Continuity