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The document outlines three strategic options for states to control the value of mineral exports: direct measurement via a state laboratory, auditing company procedures, or a risk-based mixed approach. It details the technical process of export valuation—comprising sampling, preparation, and laboratory analysis—and discusses implementation models such as public-private partnerships and regional laboratories. The guide emphasizes that the choice of strategy should be based on the risk of under-valuation, which is higher for non-commoditized minerals, sales to related parties, and private companies. It also highlights the importance of ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation for legal defensibility and provides case studies from Sierra Leone and Guinea to illustrate the application of these strategies.

The document outlines various legal frameworks and mechanisms that could be adapted for a Fossil Fuel Treaty. It categorizes obligations into those of conduct (prescribing actions) and result (requiring specific outcomes), and discusses the use of binding versus non-binding language. Key commitment options include prohibiting new fossil fuel sites, setting absolute or relative production reduction targets, and restricting financial flows. The briefing also explores the adoption of technical, general specification, and performance standards, as well as trade restrictions to prevent 'free-riding' by non-parties. Additionally, it suggests informational mechanisms such as environmental impact assessments, labelling, and public participation to ensure transparency and a just transition.