Abstract
<jats:p>Currently, there is a need in Russia to introduce a risk-based approach to decision-making at the state level and in business, including those related to mining. The society needs to refocus on supporting projects implemented by companies within the framework of national development goals in order to increase their effectiveness. At the same time, companies themselves need guidelines to justify the choice of measures to ensure that they conduct a reliable, socially and environmentally responsible business, while choosing reliable partners. The article discusses a methodology for monitoring the business reputation index of enterprises in the Mining Sector in accordance with the priorities of Russia's development. Transition from the ESG business assessment to EPS rating of enterprises, including those in the Mining Industry, is considered. The article presents cross-industry comparisons of the EPS ratings for companies in the Mining sector within the constituent entities of the Russian Federation, which have adopted laws on responsible business conduct. These regions are rated according to the levels of responsibility of the mining business. The research contributes to the development of non-financial reporting mechanisms in the resource-dependent industries. The basics of the methodology for monitoring the business reputation index of enterprises in the Mining Industry are provided and the main research directions using the EPS rating databases are identified.</jats:p>