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Mine waters: challenges for the water environment
Publication Year
2021
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Provides an overview of the challenges for the water environment with regard to mine water. Covers: history of pollution from abandoned mines; sources of pollution on the wider environment; current control mechanisms for coal and metal mines; and future challenges including climate change.
Publisher Information
Environment Agency
The Environment Agency is responsible for protecting and improving the environment in England and Wales. They publish a range of technical guidance, reports, policies and research material to promote a cleaner and healthier place to live in.
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