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Erik de Jongh

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Erik de Jongh

Underground mining operations are particularly vulnerable to the dangers of flooding and water ingress, which can result from heavy rains, groundwater inflow, or even burst dams. (Waldo Swiegers/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Protecting mining infrastructure against severe environmental conditions

Engineering, procurement, and construction partners can mitigate effects of extreme weather and intense heat underground, ensuring the longevity of a mine

  • Erik de Jongh
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