Deploying photovoltaic systems in global open-pit mines for a
We assess global open-pit mining sites as potential solar hubs, analysing their technical feasibility and deployment timelines under diverse future scenarios.
harnessing solar power for mining operations in remote areas presents a transformative opportunity to enhance energy efficiency and sustainability. By integrating solar technology, mining companies can substantially reduce their reliance on traditional fossil fuels, minimize operational costs, and lower their carbon footprint.
As the mining industry faces increasing pressure to reduce its carbon footprint and enhance operational efficiency, harnessing renewable energy sources such as solar power has emerged as a viable solution, particularly in remote areas.
This support has effectively enhanced local engagement and accelerated the integration of solar projects with ecological initiatives, such as desertification control and mine management. (4) Innovating PV application models at mining sites can provide additional benefits.
In this context, integrating PV systems with abandoned land in open-pit mines offers a mutually beneficial solution that can enhance land use while promoting renewable energy generation. This approach avoids encroaching on productive land and leverages the existing mining infrastructure.
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