Mine Rehabilitation: Under the Microscope
Image: Glencore. BY ELIZABETH FABRI HOW can mining companies better plan for mine rehabilitation and restoration? It’s the million dollar question that has prompted a Federal Government inquiry into the matter. Mine site rehabilitation practices across Australia are under more scrutiny than ever before. In February 2017, the Federal Government launched an inquiry into the rehabilitation of resources projects. Once published, it will put a spotlight on current policies, safeguards – and of course – ways the industry can collaborate to improve what has become a contentious issue. More than 90 submissions have been received to date from mining companies, industry groups, associations, and State and Territory Governments. Many were of the view that current practices were not sufficient, with…