Social impact assessment in the mining sector: Review and ...
Mining provides inputs for other industrial sectors that are vital for sustaining population wellbeing and the functioning of global economies. At the same time, it can generate social and environmental impacts, which could compromise public acceptance of the sector.
Assessing the Social and Economic Impacts of Coal Mining ...
A major project is being undertaken in the Bowen Basin coal mining region of Queensland, Australia, to assess how economic and social impacts of mining should be assessed and negotiated with regional communities. Coal mining has a major impact on regional communities in generating regional incomes and employment.
Big Five - Tough Social Issues in Mining | Social Assessment
SRK’s team of social issues specialists has helped clients adopt and implement responsible social practice in challenging circumstances. Many of SRK’s mining clients are active in developing countries. These are often difficult investment environments, where risks include complex political and social …
Assessing the social and economic impacts of coal mining ...
3. Social and economic impact assessment is an important component of environmental planning and project approvals processes in Australia. While the EIS process remains important for the assessment of new projects, it does not cover all the economic and social impacts of mining on regional communities.
Assessing social impacts of mine closure
Assessing social impacts of mine closure 1 Introduction. In Australia and elsewhere, mine closures are looming as energy priorities change and the transition to renewable energy hastens the inevitable closure of uranium and thermal coal mines.
Environment Impact Assessment of Coal Mining
Environment Impact Assessment of Coal Mining 247 problems and lung cancer, Dust allergy and asthma, Noise hazard such as temporary or permanent hearing loss, headache and high blood pressure. 7) Mine fires -an issue for not only the workers but also …
(PDF) Environmental and social impacts of mining and their ...
Mining activities are the integral part of societal development. However, the mitigation of mine impacted environmental and social issues warrant a corrective action supported by appropriate post-closure management strategies. By managing environmental impacts,...
The Social and Environmental Consequences of Coal Mining ...
Coal mining is by nature disturbing and destructive of the environment. Open cast mining removes large volumes of soil and rock overburden to get to the workable coal seams, and destroys regional aquifers. Mining produces large mountains of solid waste. Coal heaps are prone to spontaneous combustion.
Appendix 2: Environmental and Social Impacts of Mining
and social issues that formed the basis for the Mining and Critical Ecosystems framework. Environmental and social impacts are divided into waste management issues, impacts to biodiversity and habitat, indirect impacts, and poverty alleviation and wealth distribution. Those seeking additional details may wish to consult the many
Coal industry thriving, but at what social and health cost?
Nov 01, 2012 · If you believe industry propaganda, coal mining is a panacea not only for economic ills but also for smoothing troubled social waters. But a lack of local evidence about the health impact …
APPENDIX Q8 Social impacts and lessons from other mining ...
This appendix provides information on the social impacts, benefits and lessons learned from other mining developments in Australia and overseas, including the previous expansion of Olympic Dam. This information provides further detail to support Chapter 19, Social Environment, of the Draft EIS…
Coal mining and the resource community cycle: A ...
The most obvious cumulative social impact stemming from the increase in coal mining projects in the vicinity of Nebo Shire post-2004 was the acceleration of demographic changes associated with a more mining-dependent employment market and the dramatic rise in the number of non-resident workers housed in workcamps and other temporary accommodation.
Social impact assessment guideline
Social impact assessment guideline | For State significant mining, petroleum production and extractive industry development 3 If this guideline does apply, the methodology outlined in Sections 3 (Scoping the SIA for the EIS) and 4
Guidebook for Evaluating Mining Project EIAs
Each phase of mining is associated with different sets of environmental impacts. 1.1.1 Exploration. A mining project can only commence with knowledge of the extent and value of the mineral ore deposit. Information about the location and value of the mineral ore deposit is …
Mining Developments and Social Impacts on Communities ...
Apr 10, 2012 · In this paper, qualitative social impact assessment techniques have been used to independently assess post-development impacts of mining on six communities in the Bowen Basin in Queensland, following the boom in coal prices between 2003 and 2008.
Assessing social and economic impacts associated with ...
impact assessment and social impact assessment components. While the EIS process remains important for the assessment of new projects, it does not cover all the economic and social impacts of mining on regional communities.
Social Impact Assessment - planning.nsw.gov.au
May 20, 2019 · In response to community and stakeholder concerns about the uncertainty and inconsistencies created by the current guidance gap for State significant resource projects (mining, petroleum production and extractive industry development), the Department has developed a social impact assessment guideline (PDF, 3.82 MB) to assist applicants.
Including health impacts in environmental impact ...
Environmental impact assessments (EIAs) are a regulated policy mechanism that can be used to predict and consider the health impacts of mining projects to determine if consent is given. The ways in which health is considered within EIA is unclear.
A coal economy has multiple health and social risks, says ...
Oct 29, 2012 · "The available international and local evidence about the health and social harms of living near coal mines or coal fired power stations highlights the need for an urgent policy response to ensure transparency in arrangements between government and the mining industry and community safeguards such as mandatory health impact assessments.