The impact of acid mine drainage in South Africa
The mining of coal exposes iron sulphides to oxygen and water, leading to generation of acid mine drainage (AMD) which can cause serious environmental impacts by increasing SO4 2-, metals and ...
The heavy toll of coal mining in South Africa
But South Africa, which currently generates 90 percent of its electricity through coal, is already struggling with the devastating impacts of more than a century of excessive mining.
HOW SOUTH AFRICAN MINING CAN ADDRESS …
For South African mining companies, reducing Scope 2 emissions (electricity, heat, and steam from third-party suppliers) will be vital to any emissions-reduction program as ~77% of Scope 1 and 2 emissions in South African mining are from the electricity supply. Deploying renewable energy would lead to cumulative 2020–50 emissions savings of
Environmental Impacts of Gold Mining—With Special …
Gold mining is such an important factor in the South African economy that it cannot be afforded to restrain them by enforcing expensive measures to combat …
Mining is bad for health: a voyage of discovery
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 …
Mining in Africa: managing the impacts
to rivers and wells. Mining, particularly opencast mining, is invariably associated with deforesta-tion, soil erosion, land degradation, air pollution and ecosystem disruption. The effects of mining extend beyond the mine itself: farming and fishing and the lived environ-ment around the mines are all changed. Environ-
Identification of External Risks Affecting the South …
The survey used in the study revealed that South African mines are also faced with similar risks. Some more risks affecting South African mining that were identified through the …
Perceptions of local communities regarding the impacts of mining …
In the South African context for example, the mining industry contributed 8.3% (2019) and 8.1% (2018) of the GDP and employed 460 015 employees (MCSA, 2019). ... The effect size for the negative impacts of mining operations on environmental conditions and water is 0.47 (See Table 23 in the Appendix), ...
The impact of coal mining on the environment and …
Coal is South Africa's major primary energy source, and plays a significant role in supplying the chemicals and steelmaking industries. The benefits of coal production are relevant in the light of South Africa's development priorities of job creation and economic growth. Even so, primary metal production and coal-based power generation industries, …
The Social and Environmental Consequences of Coal Mining in South
In contrast, the lack of reclamation leads to the intensification of negative phenomena: erosion, surface mass movements, changes in the ecosystem, eutrophication of water tanks. ... Society of SA Page 2 of 24 Introduction This case study focuses on the costs of the environmental and social effects of coal mining in South Africa, undertaken for ...
Perceptions of local communities regarding the impacts of …
However, the local community experienced negative impacts of mining such as increased migration, inadequate infrastructure and poor services. In this manner this …
Conflict implications of coal mining and environmental
Negative effects of gas flaring: The Nigerian experience. Journal of Environment Pollution and Human Health, 1 (1), pp. 6–8. Akande, Laolu 2008. Nigeria made $55 billion from oil exports in 2007. ... Coal mining in South Africa is threatening food security. Media statement by the Bench Mark Foundation. Johannesburg, Bench Mark Foundation. ...
Social and Environmental Impacts of Mining | SpringerLink
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 …
Perceptions of local communities regarding the impacts of …
An example of the negative impacts of mining is the poignant case of the Twickenham mine owned by Amplats (Anglo American Platinum) in South Africa. The mine was placed on care and maintenance in July 2016 after years of operation ( Ackerman …
Impacts of mining on water resources in South Africa: A …
Accepted 7 October, 2010. Acid min e drainage is recognized as one of the more serious environmental problems in the mining. industry. Acid min e drainage is a major p roblem on co al and gold ...
AFRICA: the impact of mining on the environment | Afrik 21
The mining industry, mainly focused on the extraction of minerals and metals such as iron, copper, cobalt, nickel and cadmium, degrades ecosystems and contaminates the environment. "Oil, silver, copper, or gold are found in rocks containing sulphide ores, which release sulphuric acid when crushed and exposed to air and water.
The effects of sand mining on rural communities
Sand mining causes conflicts including noise, dust, truck traffic, pollution and. visually unpleasant landscapes [10]. On the other hand, Mattama na et al. [9] contend that sand mining has becom e ...
Corruption and Rights Abuses Are Flourishing in Lithium Mining …
The global clean energy transition could be a game changer for Africa, but exploitation of miners continues as many foreign mining companies ignore local opposition. By Katie Surma November 15, 2023
The devastating impact of Gold Mining in South Africa
Wind can easily transfer the harmful substances to nearby houses contaminating the residential area of the city where more than 1.5 million people live. The effects of dust on people include severe coughing and vomiting while some children have been diagnosed with neurological disorders. Moreover, about 10-13% 13-to-14-year old …
The Haunting Legacy of South Africa's Gold Mines …
This produces more waste, and leads to higher production costs, more mining debris, and increased acid mine drainage. South African companies now dig up waste weighing more than 15 million …
The Local Socioeconomic Effects of Gold Mining
papers have focused on mining in an African context, exploring a range of outcomes, including ... have negative welfare effects on s that do not engage in mining activities or in ... Ghana is the second-largest gold producer in Africa after South Africa, with gold production averaging 77 tons per year (Gajigo, Mutambatsere, and Mdiaya ...
Economic Sustainability of Small Mining Towns: A Case …
Small mining towns are often single-industry towns that turn to ghost towns or face negative socio-economic impacts upon mine closure. This study qualitatively …
(PDF) The negative effects of Capitalism: Case study of the …
Almost a fifth of South Africa's economy 12 The negative effects of Capitalism comprises of the mining industry and contributes to 72% of South Africa's primary energy supply.This industry has run into a slump due to a series of miner strikes, which includes the Marikana massacre tragedy that received world-wide attention. 34 miners were ...
Harmful Impacts of Mining
RMF Harmful Impacts of Mining when extraction harms people, environments and economies. Executive summary. 4. Minerals and metals play a central role in the global economy and mining is an important source of economic development in many countries. However, the harmful effects of mining remain a challenge for society to acknowledge …
South Africa's Miners Addressing Climate Change …
Two of the four most significant minerals in South Africa's commodity footprint are at risk of reduced demand in the future: thermal coal and platinum group metals (PGM—platinum, palladium, rhodium). …
How Mining Impacts the Economy in South …
South Africa is one of the largest mining countries in the world, with a rich history of mineral extraction that dates back to the 19th century. Scribante continues to play a significant role in the country's …
(PDF) Evaluating Impacts of Coal Mining in …
This study, therefore, evaluates the impacts of coal mining in South Africa relative to achieving society 4.0 in the country. Mpumalanga province was used as a case study as mining activities …
negative effects of mining in south africa
EFFECTS OF THE GOLD MINING INDUSTRY IN GEITA …. Kenya, South Africa etc. 5 (ii)Expansion of Geita Town. ... Mine, That is why the Mine has its own supply. Negative Effects: (a)Environmental Hazards : 1.
The Haunting Legacy of South Africa's Gold Mines
In 2013, mining companies produced 562,000 times as much waste as gold, according to the South African Chamber of Mines. A decade before, that same ratio was less than half as large, at 212,000 to 1. Mining operations are generating increased waste because South Africa's gold is running out, and the remaining resource can only …
Community Perceptions on Environmental and Social …
These negative perceptions may affect the relationship between the mine and surrounding communities and stand as a hindrance to the accomplishments of the goals of corporate …