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Closing the loop: turning waste into resources in a circular economy

What if a company's major asset lies not deep in the mine or is processed in a smelter, but rests in its own dump? Giant tires, plastic, spent catalysts, millions of tons of sludge and tailings — everything that has long been considered unavoidable production waste. However, today this waste can yield real value. Take the test to find out how Kola MMC has learned to make money off waste.

Arctic cuisine: flavors of the present

Indigenous foods of the Arctic peoples are more than just food for survival in extreme conditions. Freshly caught fish and seafood, the meat of reindeer that grazed freely in the tundra, and vitamin-rich wild plants are the heart of the Arctic cuisine. Northern recipes are made without excessive cooking, complex sauces or preservatives. Its main techniques include baking, drying and fermenting. Take the test to learn about the Arctic cuisine centered around the ingredients, their taste and benefits.

Sports as a way of life

Nornickel's strength lies not only deep in the mines but is also found on race tracks, football fields and ice rinks. Nornickel's corporate experience is intertwined with sports sparking athletic enthusiasm among others. Nornickel supports any sports initiative which immediately brings together employees, residents in the cities of presence and even other regions. Take the test to find out how Nornickel supports and promotes sports activities.

From the First Plant to an Industrial Giant

The Arctic doesn't want to share its wealth. In 1935, people challenged it and won. Nickel, copper, palladium, and platinum from the permafrost region flowed into the country's facilities, and the Norilsk Region became one of the largest industrial centers in the world. In 2025, Nornickel celebrated its 90th anniversary. Take a test to learn some interesting facts about the company's history.

Climate: can you fight the inevitable?

Massive climate changes on Earth are forcing responsible businesses to rethink their old approaches. From 2021 Nornickel has been publishing open access reports disclosing the measures taken to address climate change. The 2024 Report has been published recently. Curious to check your knowledge? Tip: You will find all the answers in the 2024 Report.

Better future for young miners and metallurgists

A way to find "your" place while there are almost 150 jobs and professions to choose from? A way to get an increased scholarship? Is there any chance to become an executive in 2.5 years? A dozen Nornickel programs for students and schoolchildren unlock almost unlimited opportunities for fast professional growth. The test describes some of them, all information is available on the company website.

Nornickel is the only industrial company in Russia to operate its own icebreaker class fleet. Marine vessels transport cargo via the Northern Sea Route, river-class vessels sail on the mighty Yenisei. Take the test to learn about Nornickel’s fleet.

Suitcase, tea brew and buck with flux

People working in each industry use terms with hidden meanings that are only understood in their workplace environment. Language scholars call such words professional jargon. Metallurgy is no exception. Take the test to find out what these familiar words mean in metallurgy.

New Year's Eve with Good Deeds

Dozens of corporate events are held at Nornickel facilities on the holiday eve. Charity actions occupy a special place among them. After all, New Year' is one of the few holidays that appeals to everyone. Therefore, no one should be left without gifts and faith that a miracle will happen. Take the test to learn about Nornickel New Year celebrations.

Exoskeletons: are they exotic or necessary?

Science fiction movies with mechanisms turning humans into powerful robots: most people perceive exoskeletons that way. The reality is far from this image. For example, developers are not tasked with creating an industrial exoskeleton to make it easy for an employee to lift 200 pounds.

Can carbon units stop global warming?

Reduction of the greenhouse gas emissions is not happening fast enough to assure the delivery of global and national decarbonization targets. Market-based mechanisms for trading carbon units were created to attract funding. Answer the test questions below, and you will learn how carbon units promote the green technologies roll-out.

Is it easy to liquidate an old plant?

Development of the North began in the Soviet times when mining and processing operations were built. Since then, many facilities have grown irreversibly obsolete, and it is too complicated, expensive and time-consuming to upgrade them. And today, the dull factory ruins are no feast for the eye.

Non-ferrous metals in 'green' energy

Nornickel's plants mine nickel, palladium, copper and platinum and are going to embark on lithium soon. These metals are crucial for the clean energy development process. For example, no battery or EV charging station can be made without them. Hear from us how metals mined by Nornickel's companies are applied in green energy.

Clean Norilsk program changing the Arctic

For centuries, people have sought to conquer nature. Nornickel is reconsidering this approach with the launch of the Clean Norilsk program. The city’s former industrial districts will soon no longer resemble a post-apocalyptic setting. Take the quiz to understand how the program works and its scale.

Interesting facts about the residents of Lovozero and Krasnoshchelye villages based on 150 questionnaires and 80 hours of interviews

Scientists who took part in the ethnic expert assessment for the development of the Kolmozersky lithium deposit have found out how the Sami pasture reindeer, how much money one can earn in the tundra and how much felt boots with a leather sole cost these days. The ethnic expert assessment is needed to reduce the impact of mining operations on the conventional business patterns of indigenous peoples. Pass the test and learn about the style of life in Lovozero and Krasnoshchelye.

How Nornickel protects its employees

In metalliferous mining, every working day is like a challenge because it is such a complex production process. At Nornickel we believe that we can manage challenges by approaching safety systematically and carefully, and by setting priorities. The life and well-being of our employees is a key priority. Take our test to find out how the company has learned to protect them.

Disappearing Arctic “Unicorns”

How to search for bighorns, which fish is more beneficial for your health and how to escape when meeting a polar bear – you will learn all this from our quiz on rare animals that Nornickel helps to preserve. The company believes that the efforts of the entire human community - local residents, scientists, and businesses – are important for the environment. Then, everyone from a tiny bug and a huge bear to humans and cities will become part of a thriving ecosystem.

The future is around the corner: Nornickel innovation investment

Over the past three years, Nornickel has invested more than USD 10 bn in new technologies and plans to invest another USD 3 bn in 2024. The most notable projects include Sulphur Programme Stage I, a digital plant twin, automation at mines, and green energy R&D. The test will help you learn about the company’s latest achievements.

How scientific research helps Nornickel to preserve biodiversity

Any large-scale production facility is a major intervention in the environment. This is especially true in northern latitudes, where it takes decades for ecosystems to recover. Nornickel used scientific knowledge to minimize losses and provide help to nature. The scientists have developed a methodology to assess environmental conditions. Take our quiz and find out how the methodology works and who is the “chief specialist” in scientific expeditions.

What non-financial reporting tells us about

Every year, Nornickel issues its Sustainability Report, and this document is almost 400 pages long. These reports help investors assess the engagement of businesses in the ESG agenda. It is important for them to see the systemic nature and prospects of the transition to sustainable development. Take the quiz and you will see which projects fall under the ESG umbrella and which do not.

Fairness, openness, and responsibility in business

Would you like to test a business for irresponsibility? It is easy to identify such an employer, he/she doesn't consider workplace safety issues or doesn't provide an opportunity to build a career. Nornickel's corporate culture test will give you examples to confirm that a responsible business can and should create an atmosphere of partnership and mutual respect. In return, the company enjoys a high business reputation and the status of one of the best Russian employers.

Social Responsibility

The test explains what is the responsibility of business to society. We will use Nornickel as an example to show what a company can do to improve the quality of life. The test will tell you about 11 projects, although the company performs many more projects. Take a 5 minute break and we will tell you what animal has become the symbol of Norilsk hockey players, what is the corporate scholarship amount, and how businesses participate in renovation.

Caring for the environment and moving towards a sustainable future

Take a 5-minute break and take the test. You’ll learn a lot of interesting facts, for example, how many polar bears live on Wrangel Island. Nornickel is committed to reducing the adverse impacts of industrial pollution on water, air, soil and animal diversity in the regions where it has operations. Responsible environmental management is integral to the company’s ESG efforts, enabling successful delivery of the sustainable development strategy.

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