Sustainable Development of Abandoned Mine Areas Using Renewable Energy Systems: A Case Study of the Photovoltaic Potential Assessment at the Tailings Dam of Abandoned Sangdong Mine, Korea
As mineral resources are depleted, most mines are typically abandoned and left unattended, resulting in serious social problems that impede sustainable development of these areas. The mining industry has recently introduced the use of renewable energy systems to solve the problems. This study assess...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2016-12-01
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Series: | Sustainability |
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Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/8/12/1320 |