These rules cover a range of regulations designed to minimize and control the ecological impact of the process of mining and granite processing. For example, the ISO 14001 standard focuses on the environmental management system in mining, which should be effective and improve the quality of surrounding ecology .
There is a paucity of studies on mining and black granite mining focusing on the funda- mental questions or imperatives of sustainability in Zimbabwe. Labonne (1999) argued that
To point out the impact produced by the granite exploitation on the environment, it is presented the activity done in the granite quarries, the operating flow of the granite and the physical, …
Top 5 ways mining impacts nature and what we can do about it 1. Habitat Destruction. Land use change is the biggest driver of terrestrial biodiversity loss globally and mining can drive this change. Mining often involves the removal of vegetation and topsoil, leading to the fragmentation and destruction of habitats for various plant and animal species.
BLACK GRANITE MINING IN ZIMBABWE | 1 Pathway to a feminist international corporate accountability framework ZIMBABWE MT DARWIN MUTOKO MUREHWA Various European-linked and Chinese granite mining companies: • Chinese-owned companies including Jintings, Surewin Pvt Ltd, Longlui, Dingmao • Natural Stones Export Company
Granite mining has a considerable impact on the environment. Transportation : Transport can also be environmentally detrimental – if the stone needs to be shipped a great distance, a lot of fuel will be consumed in the …
IMPACT OF GRANITE QUARRY ON THE ENVIRONMENT: A CASE STUDY OF IYUKU COMMUNITY, EDO STATE, NIGERIA BY ... as well as cultural life of the people with a view to proffering solutions to the negative consequences of granite mining on Iyuku and its environs. METHODOLOGY The work was pursued through inspection of properties in the community …
Infect the negative impacts of mining have outweighed the positive impacts with regards to the challenges faced by the people in Mapanzure community. ... therefore, should not affect the lives of the people as the case with mining …
For proposed mining projects, it is necessary to address the potential environmental impact issues that may arise due to proposed mining activities i.e. an assessment of the potential impacts of a project on the pre-mining …
Footnote 26 Failure to comply with health and safety requirements can lead to the withdrawal of a mining licence as is the case in Rwanda and Ethiopia. ... Given the adverse negative effects of mining, there is a need to ensure the protection of the environment and the local communities where these resources are extracted from. Indeed, various ...
This article discusses the environmental impact of granite countertops, including mining practices, energy consumption, and waste generation. Explore eco-friendly alternatives and tips for reducing the …
businesses are greatly impacted. Some of the direct effects include forced evictions and displacement, while the long-term indirect effects are environmental degradation and air, soil, …
In recent years, changes in management techniques have efficiently minimised many negative impacts. Mining companies are also making efforts to reduce the environmental and social impacts of ...
An Assessment of the Impact of Black Granite Mining on Sustainable Development in Zimbabwe. The Case of Mutoko District from 2002 to 2017. Overview ; Reviews ; Cite Work ; ABSTRACT. The concept of sustainable …
Many studies have analyzed how mining affects the livelihoods and health of groups within societies, such as Kativu and Oskarsson (2021), who explored how granite mining in Zimbabwe affects the community's environment and Ogwang et al. (2019) who described the severe negative impacts of oil extraction on communities in Uganda. These studies ...
impacted by the proposed project. Environmental assessments during the scoping revealed no major negative environmental impacts that would prevent the implementation of any …
Marble mining has a negative impact on the environment because it leads to deforestation, soil erosion, and air and water pollution. Marble is extracted using heavy machinery that destroys vegetation and wildlife habitats. ... Granite Expo is one of the leading granite and marble fabricators and installers serving the Washington DC Metropolitan ...
The accuracy of a post classification comparison derived change map dataset can approximate the product of the accuracies of the 2 input LULC digital maps (e.g., each map scaled on a 0 to 1 floating point scale) (Coppin et al., 2004).The present study is mainly aimed at evaluating the impact of Granite mining in part of Krishnagiri district on ...
3.2. The impact produced by the granite exploitation on the air The air is the environmental factor affected by the granite exploitation during the operation of the saws and during the removal of the soil blanket. Efect on air falls into the category of the …
The perceived negative effects of gold mining on different socio-economic variables (such as culture, health, education, economy and livestock) vary significantly depending on the proximity from ...
This research study examines the significant negative effects that gold mining operations have on the environment and the community in Ghana's Asutifi North District over the period of ten years ...
SGVU J CLIM CHANGE WATER VOL. 7, 2020 pp 85-93 ISSN: 2347-7741 Rathor, K. SGVU J CLIM CHANGE WATER VOL 7, 85-93 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS OF MINING AND PROCESSING OF MINERALS: A REVIEW Kamod K Rathore* *Centre for Climate Change and Water Research, Suresh Gyan Vihar University, Jaipur *Email- …
Bhatasara (2013) concluded that the sustainability of livelihoods and ontologies (nature and properties of the social world), are under threat due to mining land acquisitions where black granite ...
The Framework The framework for an effective control of the impacts of granite mining and the management of its waste products would therefore (in a more explanatory manner) include; The Clarification of the extent of the framework and its applicability Identifying and labelling the situation or problem (s) associated with granite mining ...
Mining operations usually create a negative environmental impact, both during the mining activity and after the mine has closed. Work safety has long been a concern as well, and modern …
This article discusses the environmental impact of granite countertops, including mining practices, energy consumption, and waste generation. ... However, there is growing concern about the environmental …
Regular environmental impact assessments and the implementation of stricter pollution control measures are essential to minimizing negative effects on the environment. Conclusion. Salt mining, while essential for food preservation, industrial processes, and de-icing, can have significant environmental consequences.
Through technological innovations, regulatory frameworks, and community initiatives, it is possible to mitigate the negative effects of mining and promote a balance between resource extraction and environmental conservation.
Mining white granite causes habitat destruction, biodiversity loss, air and water pollution, with significant increases in particulate matter and chemical runoff. The extraction of …
Others have also classified the impacts of mining into positive and negative (Sheoran et al., 2010). This study has classified mining's impacts into three broad categories, thus economic, environmental, and social impacts. Each of these categories has been further discussed and critiqued to enable comprehensive understanding.