Technological options for waste minimisation in the mining industry

Incorporating sustainable development in the design of mineral processing operations – Review and analysis of current approaches

“…EE and CP have been discussed specifically in relation to the mining industry elsewhere [72,73]. Further studies on the theme of waste minimisation and SD programs, including case studies, have also been completed [74,75]. Their focus on waste generation rates allows assessment of the wastefulness of an operation, but does not provide a measure of sustainable production.…”

Noise level and annoyance of Industrial factories in Duhok city

“…Hence scientists attempt to discuss and study occupational noise exposure in different fields and the effects of noise pollution on human"s health. Several noise surveys treating the problem of noise pollution in many countries throughout the world have been conducted [11,12,13,14,15,16,17,18,19]. Most of these researches have been concentrated with the effect of noise on the auditory system, such as temporary or permanent hearing loss [20,21,22], and it is now well established that exposure to noise levels of relatively high degrees can lead to direct hearing loss and / or hearing impairment [23].…”

Characterization and dewatering of flotation technological tailings

“…These have significantly reduced dam failures and their subsequent environmental hazards and enabled mine operations to minimize wastes [8,9]. A common element of these techniques is that the tailings are thickened or dewatered prior to final disposal in dry form.…”