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Integrating microalgae production into mine closure plans offers a sustainable solution. This approach can improve environmental, social, and governance (ESG) outcomes while creating new economic opportunities for mining regions.

Keywords:
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  • Environmental Science
  • Biotechnology
  • Sustainable Mining

Background:

  • Mine closure and regional transition present significant challenges.
  • Increasing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) obligations necessitate innovative solutions for mining operations.
  • Limited successful examples of mine closure and post-mining regional development exist.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the integration of microalgae production into mine closure strategies.
  • To assess the potential of microalgae cultivation in addressing ESG obligations.
  • To evaluate the economic, environmental, and social benefits for mining regions.

Main Methods:

  • Conceptual framework integrating microalgae cultivation with mine closure planning.
  • Analysis of microalgae's capacity for CO2 capture, water remediation, and soil ameliorant production.
  • Assessment of microalgae facilities as alternative industries for regional economic transition.

Main Results:

  • Microalgae production can utilize mine-influenced water (saline, acidic, metalliferous) for cultivation.
  • Cultivated microalgae can capture atmospheric CO2 and produce soil amendments (biofertilizers, biostimulants, biochar).
  • Microalgae facilities offer potential for new industries and employment, aiding regional transition.

Conclusions:

  • Integrating microalgae production presents a viable strategy for successful mine closure and regional transition.
  • This approach enhances ESG performance by repurposing resources and rehabilitating land.
  • Microalgae cultivation can foster economic diversification and create alternative employment in former mining communities.