responsible mining Articles
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Development of a methodology that integrates environmental and social attributes in the ore resource evaluation and mine planning
In current mine project feasibility studies, sustainability issues are not taken into consideration in the mine design, planning and engineering processes. They are rather incorporated at later stages of the feasibility evaluation as necessary capital and operating costs. This paper describes the results of a research project aiming to develop a methodology to incorporate sustainability ...
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Technologies for today's mine emergency responders
Historically, underground mine rescue teams have only received training in the course of actual emergencies, or in simulated mine environments, usually on the surface, with placards to identify objects and hazards. Also, while US Federal Regulations require all underground miners to walk escapeways and conduct fire drills every 90 days in a smoke-free environment, this does not fully prepare them ...
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Does the application of corporate social responsibility support a high performance organisation in achieving better results? The case of mining multinationals in Peru
Recent literature indicates that the application of corporate social responsibility (CSR) can lead to better organisational performance. It is therefore logical to propose that CSR is not just a philosophy but can be a methodology suitable for business purposes, in the sense that a good application of CSR techniques supports an organisation in becoming a high performance organisation (HPO). The ...
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Corporate social responsibility: a perspective from Peru
This paper intends to explore the role of law in establishing and directing corporate social responsibility in Peru mining sector for the purpose of awakening the concern of those involved and interested in the topic of identifying actions that would be most appropriate to promote and support the development of CSR in the mining industry in Peru. For this purpose we will review the legal ...
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Knowledge management and transfer for mine emergency response
This paper discusses the fact that US coal mining organisations are losing the knowledge they need in order to be able to respond to emergencies. The authors note that knowledge management provides a useful perspective from which to view the problem, but that the debate about what constitutes knowledge should be broadened to include a debate about what constitutes management. It is argued here ...
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Conflict Minerals: Chinese Regulatory Advances
Summary Chinese companies with conflict minerals in their supply chains, namely Tin, Tungsten, Tantalum and Gold (3TGs), are being asked to comply with a new set of due diligence guidelines developed by the China Chamber of Commerce of Metals, Minerals and Chemicals Importers and Exporters (CCCMC). Introduction The People’s Republic of China is known to be a major importer of 3TGs from ...
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The Crucial Role of Lifting Solutions in Mining Operations
Mining is an indispensable industry that plays a pivotal role in supplying raw materials for various sectors, including construction, manufacturing, and energy. The extraction of minerals from the earth involves a series of complex processes, and one critical aspect that often goes unnoticed is the importance of lifting solutions in mining operations. Lifting solutions are the unsung heroes of ...
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Defining Rare earth magnets
The evolution of technologies, high prices, new regulations or high risks on supplies threatens the position of certain raw materials to substitutions. The substitution of one material for another industry takes many forms and can have a significant impact, on both the market and involved companies, said the research firm EY in a recent study on "super cycle" for mining and oil companies. "The ...
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New study shows mining degrades waterways in 49 countries
A new study, led by Dartmouth researchers and published in Nature, reveals a distressing trend. Mining for gold and minerals close to rivers in the tropics is causing severe environmental damage in 49 countries. The research marks the first comprehensive investigation into how these mining activities are affecting river systems on a global scale, and the findings are alarming. The hidden cost ...
By LG Sonic
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Why Raw material Substitution can harm producers
The evolution of technologies, high prices, new regulations or high risks on supplies threatens the position of certain raw materials to substitutions. The substitution of one material for another industry takes many forms and can have a significant impact, on both the market and involved companies, said the research firm EY in a recent study on "super cycle" for mining and oil companies. "The ...
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Tailings management: Zero tolerance for failure not negotiable
Tailings management fell directly into the spotlight in 2019 following a spate of tailings storage facility disasters over the last 24 months. 2019 saw a ground swell of focus around the safety of tailings storage facilities (TSF) in the mining industry – one that has been building over the last five years – following a series of large and devastating failures. The situation came to ...
By VUKA Group
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Eco-Friendly Crushing: How Modern Limestone Crushers Prioritize Sustainability
In the dynamic landscape of the mining industry, the imperative for sustainable practices has become more pronounced than ever. This article explores the pivotal role of modern limestone crushers in championing sustainability, emphasizing their evolution towards eco-friendly solutions that align with global environmental goals.Innovative Technologies in Modern Limestone CrushersIntegration of ...
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Water supply and mining: the policy paradox in Ghana
Ghana has been highly successful in mining for over a century. However, one area of concern is the negative impact of mining activities on water resources: their quality and quantity. Mining companies are guided by rules and regulations, particularly those that have to do with the quality of water supply. Safe water supply is essential for improved health and quality of life for increased ...
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A Case Story: LKAB and Gasmet’s CEMS Cooperation
The European Commission has adopted a number of changes in measurement requirements and emission limits for industrial plants. To limit the environmental impact of iron ore mining, leaders in the industry have been taking the necessary steps to keep track of the emissions their processes produce. LKAB, which specializes in the underground mining and production of iron-pellets, prioritizes the ...
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Advanced Portable VSATs for Commercial SATCOM Users
Commercial SATCOM (COMSATCOM) users such as first responders, intelligence community personnel, oil and gas mining exploration field technicians, or corporate entities requiring Continuity of Operations (CoOP) or more traditional business continuity applications, all require instant, reliable, high-speed data, voice, and video connectivity in locations where other communication ...
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Interest Growing in Mining Applications for Geosynthetics
Some 40 percent of the geosynthetics manufactured today are used by the mining industry, according to one estimate, and there are predictions that figure will increase as the industry continues to adopt mining technologies that help improve efficiency and protect the environment. Jack Caldwell, an engineer at Robertson GeoConsultants, has gone as far as to say, “We believe that the ...
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EQuIS and Sustainability in Mining
EarthSoft’s mining customers use EQuIS™ to manage, capture, store, and report water quality and quantity data to provide a site-wide view of water resource information and assists with their ongoing water stewardship and responsible water management. Mining and environmental professionals understand that society demands that mining is conducted in an environmentally sensitive and ...
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Evaluation of a Catalyzed Ceramic Diesel Particulate Filter and Catalytic Converter on an Underground Mine Vehicle
The U.S. Bureau of Mines (USBM) and Diesel ControlsLimited are evaluating a new diesel emission control system on an underground mine vehicle. The system is a catalyzed ceramic wall-flow diesel particulate filter (CDPF) combined with an oxidation catalytic converter (OCC). It is the first installation in the U.S. of a CDPF on a mining vehicle with a turbocharged engine at a high altitude mine, ...
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A Study on the Costs of Improving the Management of Mining Waste
1. Executive Summary Context, Scope and Priorities 1.1 This is the Final Report of a study into the costs of improving the management of mining waste. It was not carried out in isolation, but in parallel with a consultation process being run by the Directorate General for the Environment of the European Commission (DG ENV) and a technical review process coordinated by the European Integrated ...
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Doe Run Peru – Improving productivity with environmental responsibility - Case Study
Doe Run Peru aims to become a preferred global provider of premium metals and services, while at the same time working to operate in a socially and environmentally responsible way. The mining and metals company employs roughly 4,000 people at its operations in Peru’s central Andes. The company has run the La Oroya metallurgical complex since 1997 and the Cobriza mine in the Huancavelica ...
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