Rebecca Burton

   

Deputy Director
Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA)

BIO

With over a decade of experience in corporate sustainability and philanthropy, Rebecca believes there is enormous capacity within the private sector to propel positive change and lead the way in driving responsible business practices.

Upon joining IRMA in 2020, Rebecca focused on serving the purchasing and finance sectors, collaborating with members to influence market uptake and ultimately forward more responsible mining practices. As of January 2023, she transitioned to serve as the organization’s Deputy Director, focused on strategy and growth.

Prior to joining IRMA, Rebecca was an independent consultant in sustainability, following nearly 10 years at Tiffany & Co. where she helped advance initiatives in responsible sourcing. She has a double BA in Linguistics and International Studies from the University of Utah and a Master’s in Economic and Political Development from Columbia University.


Fireside chat
21 October 2025 / 10:10 - 10:30 | Lagoas hall

“Made in Europe”: Securing Critical Raw Minerals for a Sustainable Future

A talk on the intersection of Europe’s expectations regarding stringent high-standard practices and their relationship with security of supply. This discussion aligns with the key theme that securing access to critical raw materials is essential for Europe’s competitiveness in a rapidly evolving global landscape.



Session 4
21 October 2025 / 16:00 - 17:30 | Lagoas hall