The South African Mint recognizes its responsibility towards the African environment. We will always be fully dependent on the availability of natural resources and have implemented a variety of systems to fulfill our environmental obligations and contribute to sustainability.
The new Constitution of the Republic of South Africa includes the fundamental right of every person "to an environment that is not harmful to his or her health or well-being". The South African Mint is in the process of applying for ISO 14001 status and despite the presence of potentially hazardous substances and processes; the site is already recognized as a safe and ergonomically friendly environment.

Testimony to the South African Mint's environmental commitment may be seen in the following systems:

• Advanced fume scrubbing at the electroplating plant
• Effluent processing equipment
• Cyanide destruction plant
• Frequent tests to ensure the quality of the water that leaves the premises
• Regular visits by noise and air pollution consultants to ensure that pollution levels do not exceed internationally accepted minimums
• Development of a natural wildlife garden with various birds such as ducks, geese and ostriches, as well as springbok and other antelope. Special attention has also been paid to ensuring that the trees and flowers that have been introduced to the garden are indigenous to South Africa.