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The Collective Fabric of Sustainable Management of Mining Sites to Reconcile Sensitive Land Uses and Human Health

Camille Dumat

Aspects in Mining & Mineral Science

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This paper discusses the negative environmental and health impacts of mining, such as air and soil pollution, despite its socio-economic benefits. It highlights that urban agriculture, particularly in areas near former mining sites, faces challenges regarding soil quality and the production of unpolluted vegetables due to public concerns about contamination.