The ICMM has printed new editions of key sources, with updates designed to enhance how mining firms plan and handle the closure of tailings storage services.
The Tailings Administration Good Follow Information (2nd version) and Built-in Mine Closure Good Follow Information (third version) introduce enhanced methods for integrating tailings administration and mine closure processes, the ICMM says. These updates replicate the newest business information and information firms to strengthen the governance and long-term stability of closed services.
The closure of tailings storage services is among the most complicated, longest and resource-intensive phases inside a mine’s lifecycle. It requires in depth environmental assessments, long-term monitoring, rehabilitation and upkeep methods to handle security, environmental and social dangers. ICMM says its strategy emphasises early planning, robust governance and progressive closure actions to assist supply of constructive outcomes for each ecosystems and native communities.
Dr Emma Gagen, Director, ICMM, mentioned: “Closure is a vital section of each mining or metals processing operation and presents a possibility to strengthen environmental, social and financial resilience far past the mine’s life cycle. Reaching these constructive outcomes hinges on early planning and progressive closure approaches – particularly for tailings storage services, the place dangers can prolong lengthy after operations stop.
“ICMM’s up to date tailings administration and built-in mine closure steerage will assist firms to repeatedly study and enhance, elevating the bar on security and environmental stewardship throughout the sector for many years to come back.”
The updates assist firms within the following areas:
- Growing significant success standards for the closure of a tailings storage facility;
- Setting clearer governance constructions throughout closure and post-closure levels; and
- Bettering integration of closure concerns into tailings storage facility design and operation.
ICMM says it stays dedicated to fostering collaboration and shared studying throughout the mining business. These up to date steerage paperwork are designed to assist member commitments on tailings administration and mine closure, but in addition to advance sustainable practices throughout the broader business.
