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Using automation to improve safety and efficiency, while decreasing environmental impact.

Implementing barriers and treatment systems to shield water bodies from contaminated runoff.

Utilizing electric vehicles and machinery to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in mining.

An underground mining technique that allows for minimal surface disruption and waste rock generation.

Replacing harmful chemicals with biodegradable alternatives in mineral processing to improve sustainability.

Adherence to environmental standards for operations, which recognizes sustainable mining practices.

Re-purposing mine waste for construction materials or soil amendment to reduce environmental impacts.

Incorporating renewable energy sources to power mining operations and reduce carbon emissions.

Post-closure restoration of mining sites to establish stable ecosystems and mitigate long-term environmental impacts.

Using plants to absorb metal compounds and then harvesting and processing them to extract the metals.

Deploying sensors and networks to continuously monitor environmental parameters, mitigating potential impacts.

Using high-pressure water jets to mine minerals, which decreases dust and fire risks.

Extracting remaining minerals from mine tailings to reduce waste and prevent environmental damage.

Exploiting microorganisms to extract metals from ores with reduced environmental impact.

Targeting high-grade zones to minimize waste and the environmental footprint of mining.

Drilling methods designed to reduce environmental damage, like sonic or electric drilling.

Reusing water in mining processes to minimize water consumption and pollution.

Planting trees and restoring local flora after mining ensures ecosystems can recover more effectively.

Sculpting land post-mining to mimic natural landforms and promote ecological restoration.