Annotated Index of /glifwc/binational/BMPs
•Parent Directory
Mining webinar presentations as pdfs
•1 Vol I MINING 4 29 2011 MASTER F.pdf
Volume 1; EIA Technical Review Guideline: Non‐Metal and Metal Mining; Prepared by CAFTA DR and US Country EIA and Mining Experts: EPA/315R11002; May 2011; (pp 195).The EIA Technical Review Guidelines for Non‐Metal and Metal Mining were developed as part of a regional collaboration to better ensure proposed mining projects undergoing review by government officials, non‐governmental organizations and the general public successfully identify, avoid, prevent and/or mitigate potential adverse impacts and enhance potential beneficial impacts throughout the life of the projects. The guidelines are part of a broader program to strengthen environmental impact assessment (EIA) review under environmental cooperation agreements associated with the “CAFTA‐DR” free trade agreement between the United States and five countries in Central America and the Dominican Republic. Volume 1 contains the guidelines with a glossary and references which track with internationally recognized elements of environmental impact assessment.
•2 Vol II Appendices EIA Mining_Eng_4 25 11 MASTERF.pdf
Volume 2; EIA Technical Review Guidelines: Non‐Metal and Metal Mining; Prepared by CAFTA DR and US Country EIA and Mining Experts: EPA/315R11002; May 2011(pp 222).This document is the result of a regional collaboration under the environmental cooperation agreements undertaken as part of the Central America and Dominican Republic Free Trade Agreements with the United States.Volume 2 contains Appendices with detailed information on mining, requirements and standards, predictive tools, and international codes.
•3 Vol I Part 2 MINING MASTER TORs FINAL 5 1 2011.pdf
Volume 1 Part 2; EIA Technical Review Guidelines: Non‐Metal and Metal Mining; Prepared by CAFTA DR and US Country EIA and Mining Experts: EPA/315R11002; May 2011 (pp 58).Volume 1, part 2 contains example Terms of Reference cross‐linked to Volumes 1 and 2 for exploration and exploitation for non‐metal and metal mining projects respectively for use by the countries as they prepare their own EIA program requirements.
•Environment Canada - Environmental Code of Practice for Metal Mines.pdf
Environmental Code of Practice for Metal Mines; Environment Canada; 2009 (pp108).The document describes operational activities and associated environmental concerns of this industrial sector. The document applies to the complete life cycle of mining, from exploration to mine closure, and environmental management practices are recommended to mitigate the identified environmental concerns. The recommended practices in the Code include the development and implementation of environmental management tools, the management of wastewater and mining wastes, and the prevention and control of environmental releases to air, water and land. The Code of Practice will be adopted by Environment Canada and others as a guidance document that recommends environmental protection practices for the mine life cycle. The Code applies specifically to metal mines but will provide useful guidance for all sectors of the mining industry.
•Full-Guidebook.pdf
Guidebook for Evaluating Mining Project EIAs; Environmental Law Alliance Worldwide (ELAW), Eugene OR; 2010 (pp 122).The guidebook purpose is to help public interest lawyers, grassroots advocates, and community members understand mining EIAs, identify flaws in mining project plans, and explore ways that mining companies can reduce the public health hazards associated with mining.
•ICMM Indigenous Peoples and Mining GPG.pdf
Good Practice Guide Indigenous Peoples and Mining; International Council on Mining & Metals; 2010 (pp 120).Mining industry guide to interactions between indigenous people and mining operations.
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•bestpractice.pdf
Overview of Best Practice Environmental Management in Mining; Environment Australia; Commonwealth of Australia, August 2002 (pp 3).A limited publication that list the Berlin Guidelines best management principles.
•booklets.pdf
Overview of Best Practice Environmental Management in Mining; The Booklets on Best Practice Environmental Management in Mining; Environment Australia; Commonwealth of Australia, August 2002 (pp 9).Brief descriptions for each of the booklets available at July 2002 that summarize the best practice techniques for mining in Australia.
•canadametal mining codebest proacticeECP_eng.pdf
*** same publication link as Environment Canada - Environmental Code of Practice for Metal Mines.pdf***
Environmental Code of Practice for Metal Mines; Environment Canada; 2009 (pp108).The document describes operational activities and associated environmental concerns of this industrial sector. The document applies to the complete life cycle of mining, from exploration to mine closure, and environmental management practices are recommended to mitigate the identified environmental concerns. The recommended practices in the Code include the development and implementation of environmental management tools, the management of wastewater and mining wastes, and the prevention and control of environmental releases to air, water and land. The Code of Practice will be adopted by Environment Canada and others as a guidance document that recommends environmental protection practices for the mine life cycle. The Code applies specifically to metal mines but will provide useful guidance for all sectors of the mining industry.
•esd.pdf
Overview of Best Practice Environmental Management in Mining; Environment Australia; Commonwealth of Australia, August 2002 (pp 2).Brief overview of Mining and Ecologically Sustainable Development
•introduction.pdf
Overview of Best Practice Environmental Management in Mining; Environment Australia; Commonwealth of Australia, August 2002 (pp 3).The introduction to the booklets that are written for both specialists and non-specialists.
•metminsn.pdf
EPA Office of Compliance Sector Notebook Project; Profile of the Metal Mining Industry;September 1995 (pp 127).This report is one in a series of volumes published by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to provide information of general interest regarding environmental issues associated with specific industrial sectors. This report focuses on the metal mining industry.
•miningcompendium.pdf
Mining and Mineral Processing Compliance Assistance Resources for the Gold and Copper Industries; March 19, 2007 (pp 16).EPA developed this document to assist the public, the states, the tribes, and the regulated community. This document can be used as the first step to locate useful compliance assistance information. However, using it does not guarantee full compliance with EPA, state, and tribal requirements. The included lists do not include every environmental regulation that potentially applies to these the mining sector, only the major regulations.
•sothafricabestWaterManagementforSurfaceMinesJul08.pdf
Best Practice Guideline - A5: Water Management for Surface Mines; Published by Department of Water Affairs and Forestry, Republic of South Africa; July 2008 (pp 94).This Best Practice Guideline deals with water management on surface mines in South Africa. The general principles include sustainability and "precautionary approach".
•Cultural_Impact_Cleland_etal1995.pdf
This document describes the potential cultural impact of the proposed Crandon Mine to tribes in the region.