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IEA Recommendations for “Just Transitions” in the Coal Sector
In spring 2024, the International Energy Agency (IEA) presented a new special report on the international coal sector. This is addressed to the global community. However, the IEA’s well-founded recommendations also allow energy policy conclusions to be drawn for the phase-out of coal-fired power generation that has been decided on,…
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Remining of Mine Water and Tailings – an Initial Assessment
The IAW33 research project “Innovative processing technologies and their potential for the recovery of recyclable materials from mine water, precipitates and tailings from the Ruhr, Saar and IbbenbĂĽren areas with special focus on critical metal resources”, which the Research Center of Post-Mining (FZN) at the TH Georg Agricola University (THGA),…
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Tailings – Environmental Risks or Future Raw Material Resources?
Modern society relies on mining and quarrying to secure a steady supply of mineral resources supporting technological advancements and elevated living standards. Products of mining are crucial for various technologies, while waste, in the form of tailings, poses considerable environmental risks. This review explores the dual nature of mine tailings,…
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The IMMERSE Project: Virtual Excursions on Critical Raw Materials for the Clean Energy Transition
Despite progress in increasing female representation in the mining industry, women remain significantly underrepresented, also in mining engineering education. This paper aims to address gender disparities in mining engineering education by proposing three gender-related goals: empowering women, preventing discrimination and strengthening gender and diversity competencies. Specific measures are identified for…
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“Better To Arrive Ten Minutes Late Than Not At All!”
The professional associations can provide support in the form of training and instruction, e. g. by sharing their expertise and providing materials. Ultimately, however, it is the commitment of the companies that counts. RWE Power AG, Essen/Germany, e. g., held road safety days for apprentices in their first year at four of…
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Hazard Analysis for Non-Metallic Mining Operations Under Mining Law – Responses to the July 2021 Flood Event
In July 2021, heavy rain caused the river Erft to flood, leading to flooding of the village of Blessem and the Blessem open-cast mine and its tailings ponds, which are located north of Blessem. As a result, an uncontrolled erosion area formed in the area, in particular due to retrogressive…
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Systematic Survey to Assess Gender Equality in the Mining Sector
Gender equality remains a critical issue in the mining sector, particularly in Germany, where the challenges faced by women are often inadequately addressed. This study aims to systematically assess these challenges and the current state of gender equality among female professionals in mining. The goal is to gather an initial…
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On Excuses, Overcoming Resistance and Recognition: Interview with Isabel Knauf, West Germany’s First Woman Underground
Isabel Knauf is an outstanding leader in German industry and a member of the Partners’ Committee of the Knauf Group, one of the world’s leading companies in the building materials sector. Since 2002, she has held various positions within the family-owned company, most recently as a member of the Group…
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The Role of the Society of Mining Professors in Promoting Gender Equality in the Field of Mining
The Society of Mining Professors (SOMP) forms a global community of academics dedicated to advancing mining engineering and related sciences. Their primary aim is to promote scientific, technical and professional knowledge to ensure a sustainable supply of minerals and support responsible mining practices. Through information exchange, the promotion of research…
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Progress in the Area of Gender Equality in International Mining: Interview with Prof. Dr.-Ing. Nguyen Thi Hoai Nga
Prof. Nga Nguyen serves as the Head of the International Office and Senior Lecturer at the Mining Management Department of Hanoi University of Mining and Geology (HUMG), Hanoi/Vietnam. Prof. Nguyen holds a Doctor of Engineering degree from RWTH Aachen University/Germany and a Master’s in Mining Management from HUMG. Her extensive…
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