Application of compliance in mining companies as a preventive measure for environmental damage

Abstract

Is the implementation of Environmental Compliance in the mining industry an effective measure for complying with laws and preventing environmental damage such as occurred in Mariana and Brumadinho (MG, Brazil)? To answer the problem, bibliographic and documentary research on environmental doctrine and legislation was carried out. Through the hypothetical-deductive method, we tried to confirm the initial hypothesis. In view of the events of the last few years, such a debate becomes urgent. It was concluded that the companies ignore the legislation, that the Public Power is inefficient in the inspection and application of effective sanctions, being the Compliance tool able to avoid environmental damages, because it compromises the organizations to the legislation, makes the involved involved aware and provides preventive actions and measures for mitigating impacts.