Good closure planning needs to embed all relevant disciplines into planning processes from the beginning, according to the International Council on Mining & Metals head of responsible mine closure projects, Alice Davies.
"Understanding that the mine will be a temporary feature in the landscape and will at some point transition from mine site to its next land use, is a paradigm shift in the way many miners think," she said.
"For us to realise the opportunities, requires everyone involved in the industry to start thinking this way."
Press the play button above to listen to the podcast, and click here to listen to a second interview with Davies, where she considers proactive closure planning.
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