The Human and Environmental Toll of Dirty Silver
Some of the world’s silver is still extracted under poor conditions. Child labour in small-scale mines and toxic waste polluting waterways are among the concerns linked to parts of the supply chain.
The silver supply chain has historically lacked transparency, with intermediaries obscuring the origin of metal. Standards and buyer expectations are changing that.
Industry Standards for Responsible Silver
Recognised frameworks include:
- The London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) Responsible Silver Guidance
- OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Supply Chains
- Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) Chain of Custody Standard
These frameworks set expectations for supply-chain due diligence, conflict-free origin, environmental risk management and third-party audits.
How EONA Approaches Responsible Silver
Our Refinery
EONA’s silver bars are investment-grade (minimum 999 fineness) from Emirates Minting Factory, an RJC-certified UAE refinery, approved under EONA’s supply-chain due diligence policy.
Due Diligence
We carry out know-your-supplier checks, review the refinery’s certifications and responsible-sourcing audits, and assess risks in its supply chain. Our Money Laundering Reporting Officer oversees this work.
Raising Concerns
Anyone can raise a concern about our supply chain through our grievance channel at sourcing@eona.ae.
Responsible sourcing helps protect communities and the environment, and reduces the risk of supporting harmful practices.
An Ongoing Commitment
Responsible sourcing isn’t a one-off check. We review our suppliers regularly and will update this information as our supplier base develops.