Expertise and commitment : The key ingredients of our actions
To improve policies and practices, we first need to understand them thoroughly. Thanks to the in-depth research and determination of its team, Resource Matters is able to propose concrete, feasible and innovative solutions.
Focus areas
Mining, electricity, and anti-corruption are at the heart of our mission.
Mining
The global mining industry generates significant revenues. But for whom and why? Discover our research and analysis here.
Electricity
Water, sun, and wind could improve electricity access for entire populations. Read about what we are doing to harness these resources.
Corruption
Corruption makes the rich richer and the poor poorer. Discover our efforts to fight the scourge that prevents a nation from thriving.
Our actions
Independent research, advocacy, collaboration, and engagement are the foundations of our approach to promoting fair and sustainable governance.
Independent research
We produce in-depth, evidence-based analyses to shed light on how natural resources are managed and to identify systemic gaps or dysfunctions. Our research combines field investigations, policy monitoring, and expert insight.
Advocacy
We use our research findings to inform and influence decision-makers. Through targeted campaigns, public reports, and policy engagement, we advocate for reforms that promote transparency, accountability, and equity in the natural resource sector.
Collaboration and Engagement
We work hand-in-hand with local civil society groups, public institutions, and international partners. We create spaces for dialogue, facilitate knowledge sharing, and support collective action to build stronger, more democratic governance systems.