What will be done with the wood from the mined areas? Will Brazil-nut trees, rosewood or other native trees become extinct?
Alcoa recognizes the importance of the wood and its economic and environmental value. All of the Company’s actions are backed by authorization from the appropriate environmental agencies. Company workers are being trained in the correct removal of vegetation cover. Under no circumstances is vegetation burned. As far as the wood that is extracted is concerned, Alcoa confirms the commitment it pledged in the preparatory meetings and public hearings. The Company is waiting for a definition from the Executive Department of Science, Technology and Environment of the State of Pará (SECTAM) regarding the destination of the wood extracted from the area. The wood should be used for social ends. It is public wealth and SECTAM is responsible for defining how it should be used. Furthermore, Alcoa is working to reduce the total amount of vegetation removed and has a goal of always removing less than the amount authorized. A practical example of this is the Port where only half the authorized area w
