The 2017 Hunt for Ore Deposits: Challenges and opportunities for environmental sustainability was successfully convened last June 29-30, 2017 in Baguio City. There were a total of 35 papers and 14 posters presented during the conference. The topics not only discussed exploration and extraction of ore deposits, but included sustainability issues and environmental solutions as well. The keynote presentations dealt with the role of mining in national development as well as the challenges and policies affecting the industry. In terms of ore deposit studies, several presentations revealed new information on the geology, structures, alteration, morphology, ore mineralogy and fluid inclusion data of several epithermal gold, porphyry copper deposits and nickel laterites in the country. Emphasis was given on the importance of field evidence and stratigraphic interpretation in the successful discovery of ore deposits. Innovative techniques for ore exploration and characterization, such as zircon signatures, lithogeochemistry, magneto-tellurics, principal component analysis and statistical resource modeling were also discussed. Several presentations focused on mine rehabilitation solutions such as phytomining, microbial biofertilizers and biological charcoal. There were also presentations on total economic valuation of mineral resources extraction, responsible mining through value engineering, science-based ecosystem management, and effective science communication. Lastly, the Geological Society of the Philippines also gave updates on the Continuing Professional Development, the Philippine Mineral Reporting Code and the Competent Person System of the Society.
The HfOD 2017 became an avenue for the mining and environmental sectors to come together and examine the current challenges faced by the mining industry and discuss possible solutions for environmental sustainability. There were about 220 local and foreign participants from the academe, government agencies, mining and exploration industry, as well as graduate and undergraduate students.
This was organized by the Rushurgent Working Group together with the School of Environmental Science and Management (SESAM) of UP Los Baños. Support was also extended by the UP Office of International Linkages, Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Council for Industry, Energy, and Emerging Technology Research and Development (DOST-PCIEERD), Apex Mining Co. Inc., United States Agency for International Development, Nickel Asia Corporation, Northern Cement Corporation, Itogon-Suyoc Resources Inc., Macroasia Mining Corporation, Global Ferronickel Holdings Inc., Sumitomo Metal Mining – Philippine Holdings Corporation, Macawiwili Gold Mining and Development Co. Inc., Philex Mining Corporation, SR Metals Inc., and Hexat Mining Corporation.
The HfOD 2017 became an avenue for the mining and environmental sectors to come together and examine the current challenges faced by the mining industry and discuss possible solutions for environmental sustainability. There were about 220 local and foreign participants from the academe, government agencies, mining and exploration industry, as well as graduate and undergraduate students.
This was organized by the Rushurgent Working Group together with the School of Environmental Science and Management (SESAM) of UP Los Baños. Support was also extended by the UP Office of International Linkages, Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Council for Industry, Energy, and Emerging Technology Research and Development (DOST-PCIEERD), Apex Mining Co. Inc., United States Agency for International Development, Nickel Asia Corporation, Northern Cement Corporation, Itogon-Suyoc Resources Inc., Macroasia Mining Corporation, Global Ferronickel Holdings Inc., Sumitomo Metal Mining – Philippine Holdings Corporation, Macawiwili Gold Mining and Development Co. Inc., Philex Mining Corporation, SR Metals Inc., and Hexat Mining Corporation.
The complex tectonic setting of the Philippine archipelago naturally endows the islands with numerous world-class mineral deposits. With the correct development plans and stringent environmental protection practices, the country stands to gain immensely from the utilization of these resources. Mineral products are essential for modern living and mining remains the primary method for minerals extraction. However, the sustainability of such extractive practices remain critical because of several issues that include the ever-increasing demand for mined resources, the high resource requirements for their extraction and processing, and the pollution generated by these processes. Read More..
Date and Venue
June 29 - 30, 2017
19 Kisad Road, Baguio, Luzon 2600
Venus Park View Hotel, Baguio City Philippines
19 Kisad Road, Baguio, Luzon 2600
Venus Park View Hotel, Baguio City Philippines
For more information, please contact:
Dr. Carla B. Dimalanta or Dr. Jillian Aira Gabo-Ratio
Email Address:
[email protected]
Tel.:+632-9818500 ext.3763
Address:
National Institute of Geological Sciences, College of Science
University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City
Philippines 1101
[email protected]
Tel.:+632-9818500 ext.3763
Address:
National Institute of Geological Sciences, College of Science
University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City
Philippines 1101