Algae Solutions for Sustainable Mine Closure
Algae-based technologies may deliver sustainable post‑mining futures through mine water treatment, carbon sequestration, rehabilitation, and circular bioeconomy opportunities.
Published: 16 June 2026
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Remediation & mine closure
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EnPhytoBox® – modular, carbon-neutral water treatment for remote mine sites
Harnessing natural wetland biodynamics, the EnPhytoBox® uses green chemistry and microbes to deliver sustainable, carbon-neutral on-site treatment of wastewater.
Published: 28 January 2026
Algae: A Green Revolution for Post-Mine Landscapes
Algae is making waves as a game-changer for post-mine land uses. Dr. Anna H. Kaksonen, Senior Principal Research Scientist at CSIRO, and her team have published a ground-breaking report on…
Published: 25 March 2025
Capturing the evolution of Western Australian mine pit lakes
Sampling from sites across WA provides new insight into the post-mining evolution of pit lake waters
Published: 19 October 2022
Delivering better understanding of metalliferous mine drainage
MRIWA-supported research is improving management of metalliferous drainage to help reduce the environmental footprint of WA mines.
Published: 12 July 2022