There are environmental impacts of iron ore mining involved in all phases, and this includes drilling, beneficiation, and transportation.
Semantic Scholar extracted view of "Analysis of life-cycle GHG emissions for iron ore mining and processing in China—Uncertainty and trends" by Y. Gan et al.
It can be expected that the environmental impacts, particularly energy consumption and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, of mining and mineral processing for many met-als will become much more ...
Inventory of sites of production, storage anddisposal of mineral wastes in Katanga and assessment of environmental impacts, areport of a scientific cooperation project 2005.
Open-cast iron ore mining is vital for the global economy, providing the raw material for steel production. It is cost-effective and allows for the efficient extraction of large ore quantities within shorter timeframes compared to underground mining. However, open-cast mining can have significant environmental impacts. Open-cast iron ore mining is …
Iron Ore: Mineralogy, Processing and Environmental Sustainability, Second Edition covers all aspects surrounding the second most important commodity behind oil. As an essential input for the production of crude steel, iron ore feeds the world's largest trillion-dollar-a-year metal market and is the backbone of the global infrastructure. The book …
Iron ore extraction involves processes ranging from exploration to processing while utilizing traditional methods like gravity separation to innovative …
This paper analysed and summarised the significant research outputs published on the environmental impact assessment of mining and mineral processing industries through life cycle assessment. The paper presents valuable insights in identifying the gaps, where should the focus be in the mining and mineral processing industries …
The environmental impact of coal mining and extraction is extensive and multifaceted, affecting ecosystems, water and air quality and human health. As the world confronts the urgent need for sustainable energy solutions, addressing the environmental challenges posed by coal mining is paramount.
Semantic Scholar extracted view of "Energy and greenhouse gas impacts of mining and mineral processing operations" by T. Norgate et al.
This approach does not usually introduce any significant errors due to the relatively small contribution that the mining and mineral processing stages make to the 'cradle-to-gate' environmental impacts of many metal production processes, particularly with regard to impacts such as embodied energy and greenhouse gas emissions.
Mineral extraction has contributed to environmental degradation, population displacement, violent conflicts, human rights violations and other adverse impacts 13.
Developing a novel methodology based on Multi-Regional Input-Output (MRIO) model, enriched with detailed mineral production data from specific ore-to-mineral ratios and socio-environmental information, this work assesses the impacts of the EU's mineral consumption within its energy transition framework.
In addition, these risks may lead to supply disruption, which could slow the pace of clean energy transitions. It is therefore imperative for both companies and governments to manage the environmental and social impacts of mineral production.
Future research should focus on supporting early environmental impact assessments by linking geologists and LCA practitioners with mining and mineral …
Mineral extraction is the systematic procedure of mining and retrieving valuable minerals from the earth. These minerals, ranging from precious metals like gold to basic iron ore, are essential components in the production of numerous products, from electronics to construction materials.
However, the process of mining remains intense and invasive, and operations often leave large environmental impacts on the local surroundings as well as wider implications for the environmental health of the planet.
Mining and mineral-processing wastes are one of the world's largest chronic waste concerns. Their reuse should be included in future sustainable development plans, but the potential impacts on a number of environmental processes are highly variable and must be thoroughly assessed. The chemical composition and geotechnical …
Operations and waste products associated with metal extraction and processing are the principal causes of environmental concerns about metal mining. Concerns include: Physical disturbances to the landscape. …
Recent socio-environmental issue of the health impacts of REE ore processing (from both radioactive and non-radioactive contamination) in areas of China have been raised as a major concern.
This review identified several gaps that researchers need to address in terms of low-grade processing and its environmental impact. One of the gray areas identified was the critical need for technological …
Iron ore extraction involves processes ranging from exploration to processing while utilizing traditional methods like gravity separation to innovative techniques like bio-leaching to enhance mineral recovery and minimize environmental impact [ 9 ]. Once extracted, raw iron ore undergoes beneficiation processes such as …
Mining of iron ore is a highly capital and energy-intensive process. Life cycle assessment of the mining and mineral processing of iron ore in Australia was carried out in this chapter using SimaPro life cycle assessment software as a case study. The environmental impacts considered in the study were embodied energy and …
Mining of iron ore is a highly capital- and energy-intensive process. Life cycle assessment (LCA) of the mining and mineral processing of iron ore in Australia was carried out in this chapter using SimaPro LCA software as a case study. The environmental impacts considered in the study were embodied energy and …
Iron ore processing is a crucial step in the production of steel, one of the most essential materials in modern society. Iron ore, a naturally occurring mineral composed primarily of iron oxides, is mined and processed to extract iron for various industrial applications. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the iron ore …
Mining of iron ore is a highly capital- and energy-intensive process. Life cycle assessment (LCA) of the mining and mineral processing of iron ore in Australia was …
Body of evidence, with examples, of different impacts of mining on biodiversity across spatial scales (site, landscape to region, global) and their causal pathway (defined as either a proximate cause of biodiversity impact related to mining industry, other related industries (e.g. mineral processing or transportation …
This work provides environmental impact assessment of the production of aluminium, copper, gold, iron and steel, lead, nickel and zinc, and considers their contribution to the economy.
Is the slag harmful to the environment? Does it affect the ecosystem? What is its socioeconomic impact? Most mineral processing sites dispose of slag around the smelter; however, with the development of regulations over the years, threshold limits have been put in place to regulate its disposal to avoid bringing harm to the environment.
Rare earth (RE) processing is an environmental hazardous operation. Processed minerals often contain radioactive elements like thorium which occur together with the precious RE elements due to their chemical and physical similarities. Environmental contamination with thorium around RE mining and processing sites is …
Mining and mineral processing operations often have high water footprints as many stages require the use of water. Examples include dust mitigation, removing soluble particles, sieving and separation …
This review studies processes which can reduce the negative environmental impact of red mud in an economic way. For instance, neutralization of red mud with CO 2 can decrease the pH from 12.5 to 7. Treatment of red mud by this method lessens the negative environmental impact and prepares it for further processing for …
In this module, the following topics will be covered: 1) the importance of minerals to society; 2) the factors that control availability of mineral resources, 3) the future world mineral supply and demand; 4) the …
This paper analysed and summarised the significant research outputs published on the environmental impact assessment of mining and mineral processing industries through life cycle assessment.
Mine tailings, consisting of process effluents that are generated in a mineral processing plant, are generally transferred to tailings ponds/impoundments to meet environmental regulations and site-specific factors before discharge.
The major potential environmental impacts associated with mining and associated mineral processing operations are related to erosion-prone landscapes, soil and water quality, and air quality. These potential impacts are recognized and addressed in current mining operations as well as in some former mining operations by reclaiming areas of …
This methodology estimates the quantitative environmental impact of a by-product while considering all its constituents associated with the process of mining, mineral processing, transportation, recycling, utilization, and disposal/recycling.
The constant growth of the world economy and industry stimulates an increasing production of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, while the depletion of natural resources leads to demands for the development of new technologies for the processing of low-grade ores and the deep recycling of metallurgical and other anthropogenic wastes. …
A focus on high-grade deposits will naturally reduce the environmental impact of mining. For six metals (copper, gold, iron, nickel, PGM, and zinc), we have further analysed the volumes available for the 10% cohort of projects and operating mines with the highest grades.
Bauxite is the main source for alumina production. With the rapid development of iron and steel industry and aluminum industry, high-quality iron ore and bauxite resources become increasingly tense. However, a lot of iron-rich bauxite and Bayer red mud resources have not been timely and effectively recycled, resulting in serious …
