Abstract
The reclamation of lignite surface mines is a long-term commitment of high complexity. These reclamation projects consist of land use repurposing, reinstatement of landforms and landscape, remediation of polluted soils and water bodies, restoration of ecosystems, and other related activities, which are usually developed when mines enter the ultimate phase of their operational life. Nowadays, reclamation is supported by regulatory settings and legislative provisions, which motivate the affected communities to move towards a circular economy and sustainable development. This paper investigates the geoenvironmental and socioeconomic problems of reclamation and draws research questions on how the strategic planning of a reclamation project can be performed and how the relevant project risks can be investigated and managed. In turn, a prototype methodology based on experts’ judgment is suggested with a case study combining: (a) the IDEF0 (Integrated DEFinition Function) modelling technique, as a low cost and easy-to-develop tool enabling strategic planning of reclamation projects, and (b) the Weighted Risk Factor analysis (WRF) as a suitable method for effective risk analysis and response planning in post-mining frameworks. Finally, a discussion on the methodology and proposals for further research are provided.
Subject
Geology,Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology
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