Environmental Impacts of Mining Activities: Emphasis on Mitigation and Remedial Measures

Environmental Impacts of Mining Activities: Emphasis on Mitigation and Remedial Measures
ISBN-10
3642598919
ISBN-13
9783642598913
Category
Science
Pages
300
Language
English
Published
2012-12-06
Publisher
Springer Science & Business Media
Author
Jose M. Azcue

Description

Since the mining industry is still expanding, comprehensive information on the effects of mining activities on the environment is needed. This book provides information on biological and physico-chemical treatments of mining effluents, on factors affecting human health and on environmental effects that have to be taken into account by the mining industry when aiming for sustainable development of their industry. Further regulatory guidelines and legislation relevant to the decommissioning of mining sites are reviewed. Mining industry, consulting companies, and governmental agencies alike will find a wealth of valuable information in this book.

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