Energy intensity

Unlike a traditional linear economy (extract, make, use, dispose), in a circular economy, each new object is designed for maximum longevity and future reuse and, at the end of its life, becomes a potential resource, rather than an item of waste for disposal. Circular economy encompasses more than the production and consumption of goods and…

MMG’s Queensland-based Dugald River mine is hastening the transition to a more sustainable future. Following the official opening of the Mount Isa-based Solar Farm, the facility is delivering about one third of the site’s electricity needs, consistent with reducing the mine’s emissions. Dugald River General Manager Dr Tim Akroyd said the facility has reduced energy-related…

As part of the work being undertaken to become a digital mine, Las Bambas has launched a private LTE (Long-Term Evolution, 4G) network that provides communication coverage of over 95% throughout the operation, with the possibility of connecting various instruments and industrial equipment to the network. Through this initiative, Las Bambas has become the first mining company in Peru to implement a private LTE network. This outcome could not have…