Resource scarcity and ecosystem damage are putting pressure on the mining industry to
increase the circularity of its operations. This study analyses the critical challenges to a …

Acid mine drainage (AMD) poses serious consequences for human health and ecosystems.
Novel strategies for its treatment involve the use of wastes. This paper evaluates the …

Mining activities impact on the territorial system in various ways, affecting its environmental
and socio-economic components. Specific evaluation tools can support decision-making …

Pyrite weathering often occurs in nature and causes heavy metal ion pollution and acid mine
drainage during the process. Humic acid (HA) is a critical natural organic material that can …

Water quality degradation by decommissioned mining sites is an environmental issue
recognized globally. In the Ore mountains of Central Europe, a wide array of contaminants is …

Water is one of the receptors media more affected by the environmental impacts, especially
caused by mining sulfides exploitation. Acid mine drainage (AMD) is the main problem …

Abstract Aljustrel mining area (South Portugal) is a part of the Iberian Pyrite Belt and
encloses six sulfide mineral masses. This mine is classified of high environmental risk due to …

The Odiel River (SW Spain) is one of the most cited rivers in the scientific literature due to its
high pollution degree, generated by more than 80 sulphide mines'(mostly unrestored) …

This paper explores the possibility of using the lixiviates generated by sulphide mining in the
Iberian Pyrite Belt (IPB) as a source of economic interest elements, estimating the available …

Mining activities can contribute to sustainable development, focusing on economic,
environmental, and community aspects. To this purpose, it appears essential to investigate …