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Advances in raw material industries for sustainable development goals

Modifié par Vladimir Litvinenko ...

"Advances in Raw Material Industries for Sustainable Development Goals" presents the results of joint scientific research conducted in the context of the Russian-German Raw Materials Forum. Today Russia and Germany are exploring various forms of cooperation in the field of mining, geology, mineralogy, mechanical engineering and energy. Russia and Germany are equally interested in expanding ... En savoir plus

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"Advances in Raw Material Industries for Sustainable Development Goals" presents the results of joint scientific research conducted in the context of the Russian-German Raw Materials Forum. Today Russia and Germany are exploring various forms of cooperation in the field of mining, geology, mineralogy, mechanical engineering and energy. Russia and Germany are equally interested in expanding
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Mining in Latin America

Critical Approaches to the New Extraction

Modifié par Kalowatie Deonandan, Michael L. Dougherty ...

Collections series Routledge Studies of the Extractive Industries and Sustainable Development
The last two decades have witnessed a dramatic expansion and intensification of mineral resource exploitation and development across the global south, especially in Latin America. This shift has brought mining more visibly into global public debates and spurred a great deal of controversy and conflict. This volume assembles new scholarship that provides critical perspectives on these issues.The ... En savoir plus

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The last two decades have witnessed a dramatic expansion and intensification of mineral resource exploitation and development across the global south, especially in Latin America. This shift has brought mining more visibly into global public debates and spurred a great deal of controversy and conflict. This volume assembles new scholarship that provides critical perspectives on these issues.The
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Coal Mine Disasters in the Modern Era c. 1900–1980

par Brian Elliott ...

Collections series Images of the Past
"These haunting images, with well-researched facts, figures and timelines providing context, bring the bygone era of 20th-century coal mining to life."— Family TreeAlthough everyday fatalities in mines was far greater, it was the disasters that encouraged those in power to reform the way in which miners had to work underground, especially with regard to safety. And it would be no exaggeration to ... En savoir plus

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"These haunting images, with well-researched facts, figures and timelines providing context, bring the bygone era of 20th-century coal mining to life."— Family TreeAlthough everyday fatalities in mines was far greater, it was the disasters that encouraged those in power to reform the way in which miners had to work underground, especially with regard to safety. And it would be no exaggeration to
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Southeastern Arizona Mining Towns

par William Ascarza ...

Collections series Images of America
Southeastern Arizona has one of the most diverse mining localities in the state. Towns such as Bisbee, Clifton, Globe, Miami, Ray, Silverbell, and Superior have earned reputations as premier metal producers that are most notably known for their copper. Other mining towns that have made their marks in the region include Dos Cabezas, Gleeson, Harshaw District, Helvetia, Patagonia District, Pearce, ... En savoir plus

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Southeastern Arizona has one of the most diverse mining localities in the state. Towns such as Bisbee, Clifton, Globe, Miami, Ray, Silverbell, and Superior have earned reputations as premier metal producers that are most notably known for their copper. Other mining towns that have made their marks in the region include Dos Cabezas, Gleeson, Harshaw District, Helvetia, Patagonia District, Pearce,
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Centralia: Hell's Ember

The American Ghost Towns Chronicles

par James Eastwood ...

Collections series The American Ghost Towns Chronicles
Deep beneath the crumbling streets of Centralia, Pennsylvania, an inferno has raged unchecked for over sixty years. What began as a routine trash fire in 1962 ignited an underground nightmare that would transform a thriving mining community into America's most haunting ghost town.In this gripping exploration of environmental disaster and human resilience, acclaimed geological writer Sarah Chen ... En savoir plus

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Deep beneath the crumbling streets of Centralia, Pennsylvania, an inferno has raged unchecked for over sixty years. What began as a routine trash fire in 1962 ignited an underground nightmare that would transform a thriving mining community into America's most haunting ghost town.In this gripping exploration of environmental disaster and human resilience, acclaimed geological writer Sarah Chen
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The Great American Turquoise Rush, 1890-1910

par Philip Chambless, Mike Ryan ...

The Great American Turquoise Rush was the period of the largest concerted effort to mine, process and market turquoise in the history of the United States. It started when traditional markets for the clear sky blue Persian turquoise closed and the east coast jewelers, who controlled the jewelry trade in the United States, were forced from necessity to reappraise the quality of turquoise from the ... En savoir plus

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The Great American Turquoise Rush was the period of the largest concerted effort to mine, process and market turquoise in the history of the United States. It started when traditional markets for the clear sky blue Persian turquoise closed and the east coast jewelers, who controlled the jewelry trade in the United States, were forced from necessity to reappraise the quality of turquoise from the
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Bodie’s Gold

Tall Tales and True History from a California Mining Town

par Marguerite Sprague ...

The Bodie Mining District was established in 1860 after the discovery of gold deposits in the area. Bodie’s largest boom ended ust over twenty years later, but the town survived into the twentieth century supported by a few small but steady mines. Mining ended with World War II. What remained of the town became a state park in 1964. In Bodie’s Gold, author Marguerite Sprague uncovers the original ... En savoir plus

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The Bodie Mining District was established in 1860 after the discovery of gold deposits in the area. Bodie’s largest boom ended ust over twenty years later, but the town survived into the twentieth century supported by a few small but steady mines. Mining ended with World War II. What remained of the town became a state park in 1964. In Bodie’s Gold, author Marguerite Sprague uncovers the original
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The City That Ate Itself

Butte, Montana and Its Expanding Berkeley Pit

par Brian James Leech ...

Collections Livre 1 - Mining and Society Series
Winner of the Mining History Association Clark Spence Award for the Best Book in Mining History, 2017-2018Brian James Leech provides a social and environmental history of Butte, Montana’s Berkeley Pit, an open-pit mine which operated from 1955 to 1982. Using oral history interviews and archival finds, The City That Ate Itself explores the lived experience of open-pit copper mining at Butte’s ... En savoir plus

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Winner of the Mining History Association Clark Spence Award for the Best Book in Mining History, 2017-2018Brian James Leech provides a social and environmental history of Butte, Montana’s Berkeley Pit, an open-pit mine which operated from 1955 to 1982. Using oral history interviews and archival finds, The City That Ate Itself explores the lived experience of open-pit copper mining at Butte’s
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The Geological Factor

San Jose: Drilling for Life

par Walter Véliz Araya, Felipe Matthews Rojas ...

"The gestation process of the most spectacular technical and human drama in Chilean mining history lacked a book like this. Buried, as the 33 miners, were the detailed events of this amazing saga. A huge percentage of that story had to do with ignored geologists, drillers and mining technicians with their incredible drilling machines. Walter Véliz and Felipe Matthews have written an exciting ... En savoir plus

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"The gestation process of the most spectacular technical and human drama in Chilean mining history lacked a book like this. Buried, as the 33 miners, were the detailed events of this amazing saga. A huge percentage of that story had to do with ignored geologists, drillers and mining technicians with their incredible drilling machines. Walter Véliz and Felipe Matthews have written an exciting
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Poor Man's Fortune

White Working-Class Conservatism in American Metal Mining, 1850–1950

par Jarod Roll ...

White working-class conservatives have played a decisive role in American history, particularly in their opposition to social justice movements, radical critiques of capitalism, and government help for the poor and sick. While this pattern is largely seen as a post-1960s development, Poor Man’s Fortune tells a different story, excavating the long history of white working-class conservatism in the ... En savoir plus

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White working-class conservatives have played a decisive role in American history, particularly in their opposition to social justice movements, radical critiques of capitalism, and government help for the poor and sick. While this pattern is largely seen as a post-1960s development, Poor Man’s Fortune tells a different story, excavating the long history of white working-class conservatism in the
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From Samurai to Engineer-Manager

The Case Study of Ōhara Junnosuke (1859–96), Mining Specialist in Meiji Japan

par Erich Pauer ...

From Samurai to Engineer-Manager reconstructs the life and work of the Japanese mining engineer Ōhara Junnosuke in the early decades of Japan’s industrialization.While Japan's political and socio-economic development during the Meiji period has been extensively researched, the technological/technical foundations that were crucial to its success have remained largely obscure. Drawing on unique, ... En savoir plus

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From Samurai to Engineer-Manager reconstructs the life and work of the Japanese mining engineer Ōhara Junnosuke in the early decades of Japan’s industrialization.While Japan's political and socio-economic development during the Meiji period has been extensively researched, the technological/technical foundations that were crucial to its success have remained largely obscure. Drawing on unique,
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Slate Mining in the Lake District

An Illustrated History

par Alastair Cameron ...

The remnants of slate mining and quarrying form as much a part of the Lakeland historic landscape as the stone walls, heathered moorlands and Lakeland farms do. A significant number of local families currently living in Lake District villages has had some connections with the slate industry in the past, and a few are still involved in the industry today. Although many believe that slate was worked ... En savoir plus

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The remnants of slate mining and quarrying form as much a part of the Lakeland historic landscape as the stone walls, heathered moorlands and Lakeland farms do. A significant number of local families currently living in Lake District villages has had some connections with the slate industry in the past, and a few are still involved in the industry today. Although many believe that slate was worked
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Guidelines for Open Pit and Waste Dump Closure

Modifié par Phil de Graaf, Geoff Beale, Trevor Carter ...

Collections series Guidelines for Open Pit Slope Design Series
Guidelines for Open Pit and Waste Dump Closure provides a benchmark reference for geotechnical and hydrogeological professionals, and other closure stakeholders, involved in assessing and implementing the closure of open pits and waste dumps. It defines a state-of-best-practice geotechnical and hydrological pathway that reflects current industry-wide experience; considers the perspectives of the ... En savoir plus

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Guidelines for Open Pit and Waste Dump Closure provides a benchmark reference for geotechnical and hydrogeological professionals, and other closure stakeholders, involved in assessing and implementing the closure of open pits and waste dumps. It defines a state-of-best-practice geotechnical and hydrological pathway that reflects current industry-wide experience; considers the perspectives of the
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Dusted

The Men of the McIntyre Powder Experiment and the Fight for Miners' Rights

par Janice Martell ...

A troubling history of the involuntary aluminum dust treatment for thousands of gold and uranium miners.Shocked by her father's disclosure that he was forced to inhale aluminum dust at his mining job as an unproven medical treatment, Janice Martell watched as his Parkinson's disease advanced, rendering him helpless. Janice embarked on a quest to determine if the two events were related. What she ... En savoir plus

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A troubling history of the involuntary aluminum dust treatment for thousands of gold and uranium miners.Shocked by her father's disclosure that he was forced to inhale aluminum dust at his mining job as an unproven medical treatment, Janice Martell watched as his Parkinson's disease advanced, rendering him helpless. Janice embarked on a quest to determine if the two events were related. What she
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Gold Mining: A Step-by-Step Guide

par J. Cunningham, EVOLV eAcademy ...

Gold is universally recognized as a symbol of wealth, a 'safe haven', especially during economic downturns and times of high inflation, and a metal that has been celebrated for its unrivaled beauty and scarcity.However, did you know that there are 10s of thousands of tonnes of gold under the ground still waiting to be found?Our ebook, "Gold Mining Adventures: A Step-by-Step Guide to Unveil ... En savoir plus

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Gold is universally recognized as a symbol of wealth, a 'safe haven', especially during economic downturns and times of high inflation, and a metal that has been celebrated for its unrivaled beauty and scarcity.However, did you know that there are 10s of thousands of tonnes of gold under the ground still waiting to be found?Our ebook, "Gold Mining Adventures: A Step-by-Step Guide to Unveil
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Clive

The story of Clive Palmer

par Sean Parnell ...

Cliver Palmer, MP, leader of the Palmer United Party and big-spending billionaire: now here's the true story behind the larger-than-life Queenslander.Read the real story behind the larger-than-life Queenslander: MP, leader of the PUP and big-spending billionaire.He's bought a football team, helped create a political party, added robot dinosaurs to a luxury golf resort and is set to recreate the ... En savoir plus

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Cliver Palmer, MP, leader of the Palmer United Party and big-spending billionaire: now here's the true story behind the larger-than-life Queenslander.Read the real story behind the larger-than-life Queenslander: MP, leader of the PUP and big-spending billionaire.He's bought a football team, helped create a political party, added robot dinosaurs to a luxury golf resort and is set to recreate the
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Spoil to Soil: Mine Site Rehabilitation and Revegetation

Modifié par N.S. Bolan, M.B. Kirkham, Y.S. Ok ...

Spoil to Soil: Mine Site Rehabilitation and Revegetation presents both fundamental and practical aspects of remediation and revegetation of mine sites. Through three major themes, it examines characterization of mine site spoils; remediation of chemical, physical and biological constraints of mine site spoils, including post mine-site land-use practices; and revegetation of remediated mine site ... En savoir plus

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Spoil to Soil: Mine Site Rehabilitation and Revegetation presents both fundamental and practical aspects of remediation and revegetation of mine sites. Through three major themes, it examines characterization of mine site spoils; remediation of chemical, physical and biological constraints of mine site spoils, including post mine-site land-use practices; and revegetation of remediated mine site
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Natural Resources and Environmental Justice

Australian Perspectives

Modifié par Sonia Graham, Anna Lukasiewicz, Stephen Dovers, Libby Robin, Jennifer McKay, Steven Schilizzi ...

Environmental management involves making decisions about the governance of natural resources such as water, minerals or land, which are inherently decisions about what is just or fair. Yet, there is little emphasis on justice in environmental management research or practical guidance on how to achieve fairness and equity in environmental governance and public policy. This results in social ... En savoir plus

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Environmental management involves making decisions about the governance of natural resources such as water, minerals or land, which are inherently decisions about what is just or fair. Yet, there is little emphasis on justice in environmental management research or practical guidance on how to achieve fairness and equity in environmental governance and public policy. This results in social
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Wartime Industry

par Neil R. Storey ...

Collections Livre 892 - Shire Library
An illustrated introduction to how British industries, supported by thousands of newly recruited women, strove to meet the nation's wartime need for munitions, armour, shipping, uniforms and aircraft.During the Second World War (1939–45), Britain stretched every sinew of its industrial might to fend off a Nazi invasion. As the nation stood alone against Fortress Europe, it harnessed, coordinated ... En savoir plus

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An illustrated introduction to how British industries, supported by thousands of newly recruited women, strove to meet the nation's wartime need for munitions, armour, shipping, uniforms and aircraft.During the Second World War (1939–45), Britain stretched every sinew of its industrial might to fend off a Nazi invasion. As the nation stood alone against Fortress Europe, it harnessed, coordinated
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Riesgos Y Peligros

Exploraciones Geológicas Para La Minería En Gran Altura Geográfica

par Helvio Soto Salles ...

El creciente desarrollo de la actividad minera ha trasladado la industria a lugares que eran insospechados hace unos aos, como es la altura geogrfica o las zonas remotas. Este hecho, obliga hoy a las mineras a efectuar una demanda de profesionales y trabajadores debidamente capacitados para desenvolverse de manera segura ante los nuevos riesgos a que se vern enfrentados. En consecuencia, el ... En savoir plus

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El creciente desarrollo de la actividad minera ha trasladado la industria a lugares que eran insospechados hace unos aos, como es la altura geogrfica o las zonas remotas. Este hecho, obliga hoy a las mineras a efectuar una demanda de profesionales y trabajadores debidamente capacitados para desenvolverse de manera segura ante los nuevos riesgos a que se vern enfrentados. En consecuencia, el
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Derelict Mines

Environmental Risk Assessment and Management

Modifié par Ravi Naidu ...

Mine areas left behind by companies that no longer exist are defined as derelict mines – those that were operated and closed at a time when most countries did not have adequate regulations requiring rehabilitation of the impacted mine areas. This book provides unique information on the extent and severity of derelict mines’ impact on environmental degradation and human and environmental health. It ... En savoir plus

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Mine areas left behind by companies that no longer exist are defined as derelict mines – those that were operated and closed at a time when most countries did not have adequate regulations requiring rehabilitation of the impacted mine areas. This book provides unique information on the extent and severity of derelict mines’ impact on environmental degradation and human and environmental health. It
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Mining, Materials, and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

2030 and Beyond

Modifié par Brandon Lewis, Saleem H. Ali, Cristian Parra ...

Mining, Materials, and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): 2030 and Beyond provides a systematic assessment of how the mining and materials sector contributes to the 17 sustainable development goals (SDGs) set forth by the United Nations in 2015. While the target date of 2030 is considered a benchmark for reaching these goals, the book looks beyond this date and considers a longer-term ... En savoir plus

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Mining, Materials, and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): 2030 and Beyond provides a systematic assessment of how the mining and materials sector contributes to the 17 sustainable development goals (SDGs) set forth by the United Nations in 2015. While the target date of 2030 is considered a benchmark for reaching these goals, the book looks beyond this date and considers a longer-term
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The Library of Work and Play

Working in Metals

par Sleffel ...

The Library of Work and Play: Working in Metals is a comprehensive and engaging guide designed to introduce readers, particularly young people and beginners, to the fascinating world of metalworking. Authored by Charles Conrad Sleffel, this volume is part of the renowned Library of Work and Play series, which aims to provide practical instruction and inspiration for a variety of crafts and hobbies ... En savoir plus

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The Library of Work and Play: Working in Metals is a comprehensive and engaging guide designed to introduce readers, particularly young people and beginners, to the fascinating world of metalworking. Authored by Charles Conrad Sleffel, this volume is part of the renowned Library of Work and Play series, which aims to provide practical instruction and inspiration for a variety of crafts and hobbies
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Technical and Geoinformational Systems in Mining

School of Underground Mining 2011

Modifié par Genadiy Pivnyak, Volodymyr Bondarenko, Iryna Kovalevs'ka ...

New trends of mineral deposits mining in the world consist of intensifying and concentration of mining operations. This is achieved with the help of new technical equipment that is more reliable, having greater service life and more available power. Consideration is given to quantity reduction of stopes and development workings together with t ... En savoir plus

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New trends of mineral deposits mining in the world consist of intensifying and concentration of mining operations. This is achieved with the help of new technical equipment that is more reliable, having greater service life and more available power. Consideration is given to quantity reduction of stopes and development workings together with t
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