HOW DO WE GET TO THE “DECARBONIZED MINE”?
Ria Fitzgerald DIRECTOR OF MINING Solvest Inc.
Nicole Kulp SUSTAINABILITY ANALYST PDAC
Agata Leszkiewicz EVINCI MICROREACTOR BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT LEAD CANADA Westinghouse Electric Company
Stephan Tapp MINE AND VENTILATION MANAGER G+ Plastics
Energy and Mines asked our speakers for the upcoming Toronto event on November 12-13 to tell us about their particular focus on decarbonizing mining, the challenges they see at this stage of the transition, and what’s needed to enable mine decarbonization. Their responses demonstrate the full range of disciplines and expertise in this complex transition and provide insight into the barriers and the necessary changes that will allow mining to reach this ultimate goal. This is just a taster of what’s to come this November in Toronto when these and over 80 other top mining and decarbonization expert speakers share their views on the most pressing topics mines face at this net zero transition stage.
Visit The Decarbonized Mine, November 12-13, Toronto for full event details.
Q&A WITH RIA FITZGERALD, DIRECTOR OF MINING, SOLVEST INC. Ria is chairing the panel on “Partnering with First Nations on Renewables in the North” at The Decarbonized Mine. E&M: What are the mining industry’s most sig- nificant opportunities and challenges in achieving decarbonization goals? How can companies overcome the barriers to implementation?
RF: Electrification of fleets and equipment will provide one of the most significant mining decarbonization opportunities. Though technology continues to advance, and several renewable power technologies are readily available, many companies still do not consider them viable options or fail to incorporate them into feasibility studies or permitting applications. However, there is an opportunity to eliminate capital expenditure requirements through partnerships with renewable energy companies and Indigenous communities seeking ownership and new revenue streams. This approach can help shift the perceived
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