Template for evaluation of cases

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1. Introduction

  • Short introduction to the mine site
    • Location, years of activity
    • Geology, ore mineralogy
    • Mining and milling processes
  • Descriptions of the waste and waste areas
    • Characterization
    • Design of the waste storage area
      • Dams
      • Basal structure
    • Water quality and management
  • Current state

2. Mine closure objectives

  • State of mine at the closure
    • e.g. open pits, tunnels, waste areas
  • Discharges (effluents, emissions)
  • Environmental impacts

3. Description of used closure technologies, methods, concepts, etc.

  • Technical description, dimensions,
  • Interdependence (to other methods)
  • Alternative method(s)

4. Performance

  • Capacity
  • Maintenance needs
  • Reliability, malfunction,
  • Environmental cost aspects
  • Advantages and Disadvantage

5. Monitoring / control needs

6. Conclusion

  • Interaction
  • Recommendation
  • Suitability

7. References