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Topic Information

Dear Colleagues,

This Topic is a continuation of the previous successful Topic, “Green Mining”. Mining is the fundamental industry for social development and national economic construction. Throughout the entire process of exploring and developing mineral resources, scientific and orderly mining practices are implemented. Disturbance to the ecological environment in the mining area is kept under control within a manageable range. It is of great significance to recognize environmental ecology, employ scientific mining methods, efficiently utilize resources, digitize management information, and promote harmony within mining communities. This research topic aims to provide a platform for new research and recent advances in green mine technology. To promote the development of green mine construction, we encourage the submission of high-quality original research papers, including but not limited to the following topics:

  • Safety and sustainable mining;
  • Mineral resource management;
  • Intelligent mining technology;
  • Mining equipment;
  • Geomechanics and geophysics;
  • Rehabilitation of mine sites;
  • Human–machine–environment system;
  • Green exploration in mines;
  • Mine safety and personnel health;
  • Harmless treatment of solid waste in mines.

Prof. Dr. Kun Du
Dr. Jianping Sun
Topic Editors

Keywords

  • green technology
  • structure engineering
  • mining engineering
  • rock mechanics
  • environmental protection
  • life cycle of mines
  • fracture mechanics
  • slope stability
  • economics and policy

Participating Journals

Minerals
Open Access
10,175 Articles
Launched in 2011
2.2Impact Factor
4.4CiteScore
18 DaysMedian Time to First Decision
Q2Highest JCR Category Ranking
Mining
Open Access
243 Articles
Launched in 2021
-Impact Factor
4.0CiteScore
19 DaysMedian Time to First Decision
-Highest JCR Category Ranking
Processes
Open Access
18,170 Articles
Launched in 2013
2.8Impact Factor
5.5CiteScore
16 DaysMedian Time to First Decision
Q3Highest JCR Category Ranking
Sustainability
Open Access
98,027 Articles
Launched in 2009
3.3Impact Factor
7.7CiteScore
19 DaysMedian Time to First Decision
Q2Highest JCR Category Ranking

Published Papers