The concern with a mining company coming into our watershed is that they leave behind a mess. 

We have taken some time to learn about remediation, and likely scenarios for the proposed mine’s aftermath.

Explore this case study in mine remediation from the Interstate Technology and Regulatory Council which describes in detail the after effects of mining in Kansas, Oklahoma, and Missouri.

Also see this study: “From exploration to remediation: A microbial perspective for innovation in mining”. Full text here.

You can also learn about the regenerative effects of dam removal in this Biohabitats blog post.