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- Title
The Mine Life Cycle and the United Nations 2030 Agenda - A Sustainability Analysis.
- Authors
Goerke-Mallet, Peter; Melchers, Christian
- Abstract
Agenda 2030 and the sustainable development goals have continued the process of giving equal consideration to social, ecological and economic aspects in the planning and implementation of projects of all kinds. The dynamics associated with the increasing world population, globalization and the fight against the climate crisis have taken on an essential role. This brings to bear developments and instruments that cannot be ignored by the raw materials industry, as they are associated with considerable opportunities and risks. In fact, the provision of geo-resources requires an adjustment of operational activities and communication adapted to these new conditions. This paper identifies the fields of action for sustainable mining processes in the mine life cycle and addresses the consequences of the circular economy and the recently passed supply chain law on mining. The narrative for mining that can be derived from this can demonstrate its contribution to the implementation of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDG). In the authors' view, these goals can indeed only be realized with mining. However, the extractive sector must actively demonstrate that it is part of the solution. This requires transparent and comprehensive opportunity-risk management, a process based on adapted monitoring data and the involvement of all affected parties and stakeholders. Future mining projects will be significantly influenced by the positioning of the parties involved with regard to transparency, commitment, participation and communication.
- Publication
Mining Report, 2022, Vol 158, Issue 1, p59
- ISSN
2195-6529
- Publication type
Article