The Challenge

A significant concern of stakeholders is how to assess and determine reclamation success. Assessment methodology is typically unresolved as it must meet the requirements of all parties and demonstrate the achievement of long-term social and ecological sustainability. Few professionals in the mining sector have full-cycle closure expertise from project start to finish. Yet, sustainable mining requires planning for closure from day one.  

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Our Approach

A member of our team contributed significantly to Ghana’s first mine closure in 2007. The approach centered on regulatory engagement and compliance, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable land reclamation blueprint.  

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The Solution

The process included regular mine site tours for communities, civil society, universities, and regulators, building transparency, trust, and consensus around completion criteria and post-closure land use.

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Outcomes

Ghana’s first approved mine closure and relinquishment was attained with the Minerals Commission and Environmental Protection Authority in 2007, where a Closure Completion Certificate and Reclamation Bond requirements were satisfactorily met.

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