Environmental responsibility
MINING-TECHNICAL RECLAMATION AND BIOLOGICAL RECLAMATION
Mining of minerals is a complex and multi-stage process that involves a range of technical, environmental, economic, and social aspects. The entire extraction process is associated with significant environmental challenges; therefore, at each stage, it is necessary to employ technologies and methods aimed at minimizing the negative impact on the environment and natural resources.
Before the start of extraction, in order to determine the locations of useful deposits, the ME 'Volynpryrodresurs' conducts a comprehensive geological survey: a geological-economic assessment of the area with the preparation of detailed geological-resource maps and an evaluation of amber and peat reserves. Next, plans are developed and optimal technologies for mineral exploitation are implemented, which may include the use of heavy machinery, drilling, and other processes.
After the extraction is completed, it is important to carry out the recultivation process. Mining-technical and biological recultivation are necessary for worked-out territories.
The first step is to carry out mining-technical reclamation: the layers of soil are returned in the order of their original deposition, compacted, and restored to the state that existed before the start of extraction operations. Soon after this, the worked-out areas (with completed mining-technical reclamation) are transferred to forestry for biological reclamation, namely – tree planting. The forestry develops a plan for biological reclamation, including a planting plan and steps, selection of species, and root systems, etc. Thus, after the completion of extraction operations, the entire area is mechanically planted.