| Title | Metal and Water |
|---|---|
| Contributor | Nadja Kunz(author) |
| DOI | https://doi.org/10.11647/obp.0373.26 |
| Landing page | https://www.openbookpublishers.com/books/10.11647/obp.0373/chapters/10.11647/obp.0373.26 |
| License | https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/ |
| Copyright | Nadja Kunz |
| Publisher | Open Book Publishers |
| Published on | 2024-04-08 |
| Long abstract | Regardless of where mines are located, they require and interact with large quantities of water. The nature of these interactions depends on a variety of factors including the location and geological characteristics of the mineral deposit, the commodity being mined and the processing method. Beyond the technical improvements needed to improve water use and management, mining companies must also build stronger relationships and open communication with potentially impacted communities and rights-holders. This chapter explores the need for new collaborative approaches to advance water management and stewardship across a mine’s life cycle, highlighting key scientific, engineering and social challenges that must be addressed. |
| Page range | pp. 191–200 |
| Print length | 10 pages |
| Language | English (Original) |
Nadja Kunz is Assistant Professor and Canada Research Chair in Mine Water Management and Stewardship at UBC. She is jointly appointed in the School of Public Policy and Global Affairs, and the Norman B. Keevil Institute of Mining Engineering. Nadja uses interdisciplinary research methods to identify the constraints and opportunities facing the mining sector in transitioning towards more sustainable water and waste management practices. She has operational experience in the mining, oil and gas sectors, and has contributed to corporate sustainability reporting, strategy development and consulting for a variety of organizations.