Expanding horizons for mine closure

Much research goes into the design and running of a mine, but what are the options for those same operations when they wind down to close? Donna Schmidt examines considerations for post-closure plans

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Wood’s David Bleiker points out that surface closures can be more involved than underground ones

Evolving expectations and regulations, paired with mining operators' aims to be socially and environmentally responsible, have changed the way mines bring their activities to a final close.