Tag: SRK

Demystifying water management strategies

Jonathan Rowland
Superficial water sampling at Lobo Marte, Atacama, Chile. Photo: SRK

North American Mining speaks to experts from Ausenco, Black & Veatch, SRK, and Stantec about the complex yet essential task of developing an effective water management plan. by Jonathan Rowland There is tension at the heart of any discussion about mine water management; rising demand for commodities is driving ever-larger mining projects. These projects carry greater impacts and risks related…

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PLANNING AN UNDERGROUND TRANSITION

Jonathan Rowland

Moving from open pit to underground operations is fraught with complications. North American Mining spoke to three experts about the considerations and risks involved.  By Jonathan Rowland A majority of mining operations begin life as open pits; however, as mining progresses, ore reserves may be proved to extend to greater depths than originally anticipated. To continue exploiting these reserves, the…

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