Mining white granite causes habitat destruction, biodiversity loss, air and water pollution, with significant increases in particulate matter and chemical runoff.

ssess the environmental and social impacts of stone quarry in Zenzelima Kebele. It has employed a descriptive survey design. The study area was purposively selected based on the concentration and environmental pressure of quarry activity. 60 heads were selected using simple random sampling technique. In addition, seven key informants …

The mining industry plays a crucial role in modern societies by providing essential minerals and metals. However, it is important to manage the environmental impacts and address social considerations associated with mining activities.

ansportation is mining and other is processing Environmental impact during mining:The most know negative impact of surface mining is land degradation, loss of vegetation and increase the dissolved and suspended elements in the envir. ment Depletion of ground water level Environmental impact during processing: Huge amount of processing waste ...

Despite its potential harm to ecosystems, mining for energy transition minerals is a key part of transitioning toward low-carbon energy and technologies. The world needs to act quickly to reduce greenhouse …

The evidence presented through out this research has shown the various impacts of mining activities on farmlands and the extent to which it has affected food production and security in towns in and around Kyebi in the Eastern Region of Ghana.

There are however some social negative impacts associated with mining including violence, child labour, escalation of gender inequalities, health and environmental effects including deforestation and pollution. In this section, the focus will be on artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM). However, environmental impacts of industrial sand …

The methodology used for this research includes a field survey; direct mapping of mining activities; assessment of the impacts of exploration and exploitation; documentary analysis; and observations.

Gold Mining and Its Effect on Natural and Socio-Economic Environment: the Case of Oddo Shakisso District, Oromia Region, Ethiopia. (Mining Policy Implementation Assessment

Mining industry can become more environment friendly and socially sustainable by integrating practices that reduce the environmental impact of mining operations and implementing corporate social ...

Mining operations usually create a negative impact on the health of area residents vastly. Various health issues that are faced by the area residents due to quarry mining are summarized in different heads.

The perceptions of the coal mining and processing sector were extremely negative; all participants expressed considerable concern over the environmental and social impacts.

Land use-related impacts and environmental impacts affecting human health and human rights appear to be the most concerning social aspects in the mining sector.

The strategic management and assessment of social and environmental impacts also ensures favour from the government and policy makers for economic benefits to stakeholders.

According to studies, mining is one of the most hazardous industries in the world in terms of environmental impacts, as well as long-term human health effects (Olatunji, 2020). The activities of ...

The life cycle of engineered quartz begins at the extraction of the materials used in its production, including the minerals and fossil fuels. Most of the materials used are considered to be non-renewable resources and have negative impacts on health and the environment such as nitrates, dioxin, arsenic, lead, and mercury.

The impact of mining on surface and groundwater is due to spill erosion, sedimentation, acid mine drainage, lowering of water table, subsidence, disturbance on hydrological cycle and rainfall. Acid mine drainage is regarded one of mining's most serious threats to water resources. A mine with acid drainage has the capacity for long term damaging ...

This article examines how mineral resource extraction affects vulnerable communities, using case studies from Africa, Asia and Latin America. It explores the social, economic and environmental impacts of mining and proposes policy recommendations.

Mining is a global business with international networks of production and consumption, but mineral deposits are place specific and the impacts of mining projects are mostly experienced locally. Hence, mining is an example of a glocal phenomenon par excellence: global processes are realized in local communities and environments. This …

Environmental impact of granite mining in Tattara area, North Central Nigeria was investigated through the analysis of geologic material which includes rocks, soil, water and physical examination of land degradation with the aim of accessing its impact on the environment and public health.

Background Mining activities, including prospecting, exploration, construction, operation, maintenance, expansion, abandonment, decommissioning and repurposing of a mine can impact social and environmental systems in a range of positive and negative, and direct and indirect ways. Mining can yield a range of benefits to …

PDF | Thesis investigated the impacts of mining on host communities using Connemara Mine as the case study | Find, read and cite all the research you need on ResearchGate

The smaller these negative impacts, the more sustainable a mining operation can be considered to be. Similarly, smaller volumes of waste generation, resource consumption such as energy and water, as well as emissions from machinery, among other metrics can provide quantifiable data for the assessment of environmental sustainability …

Mining continues to be a dangerous activity, whether large-scale industrial mining or small-scale artisanal mining. Not only are there accidents, but exposure to dust and toxins, along with stress from the working environment or managerial pressures, give rise to a range of diseases that affect miners. I look at mining and health from various …

Not only do quarries often negatively impact those who live nearby, but they often leave residual negative impacts on the environment. Runoff of chemical pollutants into bodies of water, loss of natural habitats, farmland, and vegetation, and natural resource exhaustion are among the most harmful environmental impacts.

Mining is often asources of local employment/income and may contribute to local and regional economies .mining are very important resource for the development of the country.This research gave an insight for local studies and investigations to understand how environmental impacts of mining technology of sand,soil and have influenced both ...

However, the environmental impacts of mining activities are consequential for the local livelihood of the community. Hence, the study recommends some policies to help mitigate the environmental ...

Infect the negative impacts of mining have outweighed the positive impacts with regards to the challenges faced by the people in Mapanzure community. Though, many researches have been conducted on the …

Through the adoption of eco-friendly technologies, waste minimization, and adherence to stringent environmental standards, sustainable mining strives to mitigate negative impacts on ecosystems ( Zhou, 2023; Cheng et al., 2023 ).

This paper empirically investigates the socio-economic and environmental impacts of mining in Tonkolili District, Sierra Leone. In addition to sampling community perceptions of mining activities, the study prescribes interventions that can assist in mitigating the negative impacts of mining.