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Sustainable mining principles: optimizing its application to enhance small-scale gold mining in developing countries
Moses, Tochukwu Hampton, Paul
Moses, Tochukwu
Hampton, Paul
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2025-02-28
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The global gold mining industry has long faced environmental and social challenges, particularly in small-scale operations prevalent in developing countries. This study delves into the integration of sustainable principles within the context of small-scale gold mining, aiming to optimize practices for enhanced environmental stewardship and social responsibility. Focusing on developing countries, where small-scale mining plays a pivotal role in local economies, this research explores how the application of sustainable gold mining principles can be tailored to mitigate environmental impact, promote ethical labour practices, and contribute to community development.
The study employs a multidisciplinary approach, using a partisan-systematic research methodology that incorporated geological, environmental, and socio-economic perspectives to develop a comprehensive set of recommendations. Consequently, by addressing some unique challenges faced by small-scale operations, this research aims to provide actionable insights and guidelines for policymakers, mining communities, and industry stakeholders to foster a more sustainable and responsible trajectory for small-scale gold mining in developing countries. Through the optimization of sustainable practices, the research envisions a future where gold mining contributes positively to both the environment and the well-being of local communities, aligning with global efforts towards responsible resource extraction.
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Ogan, D.D., Moses, T., Yenneti, K., and Hampton, P. (2024) Sustainable mining principles: optimizing its application to enhance small-scale gold mining in developing countries. The 14th International Conference on Construction in the 21st Century (CITC-14)), Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 2nd-5th September, 2024.
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Paper presented at the 14th International Conference on Construction in the 21st Century (CITC-14)), Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 2nd-5th September, 2024.
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2640-1177