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A System Dynamics Model for Ecological Environmental Management in Coal Mining Areas in China
Fulei Shi1, Haiqing Cao1, Chuansheng Wang1
1School of Management and Engineering, Capital University of Economics and Business, Beijing 100070, China.
Summary
This study uses a system dynamics model to optimize ecological environmental management in Chinese coal mining areas. Allocation 4, prioritizing green vegetation investment, yields the best environmental quality improvements.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Ecological Management
- Resource Management
Background:
- Coal mining significantly impacts China's environment, necessitating effective ecological management strategies.
- Previous research has highlighted the need for optimized investment in environmental remediation within mining regions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and apply a system dynamics model for ecological environmental management in coal mining areas.
- To identify the optimal allocation of stable investment for maximizing ecological environmental quality.
Main Methods:
- Construction of a system dynamics (SD) model, including a causal loop diagram and five subsystems.
- Simulation and analysis of six different investment allocation scenarios for ecological environmental management.
Main Results:
- The study identified a specific investment allocation (allocation 4) that resulted in the highest ecological environmental quality.
- This optimal allocation involves a high proportion of investment directed towards green vegetation initiatives.
Conclusions:
- System dynamics modeling provides an effective framework for optimizing environmental management in coal mining areas.
- Prioritizing investment in green vegetation is a key strategy for improving the ecological quality of mining environments.
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