The rate at which non-renewable energy resources, like oil, gas and coal, are consumed is growing at an extremely fast rate. With the possibility of these resources running out, it is becoming increasingly important to look for alternative options.

It is imperative for South Africans to start shifting their mindset to one of better resource management, particularly with uses of solar power and other renewable energy sources, like wind power.

A new perception of thinking needs to be applied when one goes the renewable energy route. The way in which you use energy needs to be changed. It doesn’t…

Dewatering and groundwater control is an important part of many open pit and underground mines. Dewatering should therefore form an integral part of water management at a mine.

In addition to groundwater management, it is also necessary to control the surface water. This is usually done by diverting as much surface water runoff away from the pit as possible and by pumping away the water that accumulates in the pit.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF MINE DEWATERING?

Where a mine dewatering schedule is put in place. Typically the mine will see several benefits, including the following:

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