gold mining and the environment Archives

Feb 15 2019

Forward Thinking: Pioneering the Use of Dry-Stack Tailings in Turkey and Greece

February 15, 2019 July 8, 2020

First to Construct a Dry Tailings Facility in Turkey In 2006, Eldorado first began assessing the use of dry-stack tailings for its Efemçukuru project in Turkey. “At the time, we were one of a handful of mining companies evaluating the technology, and were the first to permit and construct a dry-stack tailings facility in Turkey,” …

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Jul 11 2016

Recipes For Success: Frameworks For Responsible Mining Operations

July 11, 2016 July 13, 2020

We all know someone who is a whiz in the kitchen. They can cook, bake and create delicious meals, while the rest of us wonder why our cake didn’t rise in the oven. What we need are recipes. Tried and true directions for getting the results we want. And mining is no different. At Eldorado …

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May 18 2016

3 Reasons Eldorado’s 2015 Sustainability Report is a Must Read

May 18, 2016 July 13, 2020

Is it possible for today’s companies to succeed if they operate irresponsibly? We don’t think so, and our sustainability report provides proof that we’re committed to safe and responsible operations. This year’s report is ready, and it’s better than ever. Here are three reasons you’ll want to read it from cover to cover. 1. It’s …

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Apr 15 2016

Our Guiding Principles: At the Core of What We Do

April 15, 2016 July 13, 2020

We all have a moral compass. Something that guides us through life, and tells us which direction to go when faced with tough decisions. At Eldorado five key principles act as our compass. They guide our day-to-day activities and underpin our commitment to doing business the right way. This means being honest and accountable, protecting …

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Dec 22 2015

Cyanide Certification: How Our Gold Mines Get It Right

December 22, 2015 July 13, 2020

At Eldorado we’re very proud of our management practices when it comes to cyanide. Cyanide is very well known to us all. As every murder mystery has taught us, it’s a pretty toxic compound. But in gold mining, cyanide is often essential for separating gold from the surrounding ore. (Sorry, Agatha Christie.) Gold mines use very …

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Nov 23 2015

Environmental Monitoring In Action

November 23, 2015 July 13, 2020

Last week we talked about the importance of environmental monitoring practices at our mines. This week we’d like to show you! Here are a few snapshots of our environmental teams in action at sites in China (Jinfeng) and Turkey (Efemçukuru and Kişladağ). Wherever we operate, environmental monitoring helps us make better decisions that make sense …

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Nov 13 2015

Environmental Monitoring: Looking out for Our Natural World

November 13, 2015 July 13, 2020

Every day, we carry out some form of environmental monitoring at our operations. “Whether it’s testing air, water, soil or noise, our monitoring efforts help us to understand, manage and protect our natural environment,” says Dale Churcher, our VP Engineering. “Monitoring is our eyes and ears.” The data we collect allows us to build a …

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Nov 6 2015

How Does Gold Mining Impact the Environment?

November 6, 2015 July 13, 2020

The short answer is it depends on the mine. The long version? An Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) spells it out. We Canadians take our environment very seriously. Here in Vancouver, where we are headquartered, we live, work, and play in some of the most beautiful scenery. So protecting our natural world really is a no-brainer. This sentiment …

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