Review
Environmental Sciences
Zhaoliang Wang, Yongxin Xu, Zhixiang Zhang, Yongbo Zhang
Summary: Excessive exploitation and massive coal mine closures have led to extensive goafs in Shanxi, with 8780 coal mines being abandoned in the past 20 years. Acid mine drainage (AMD) has become a severe environmental problem in abandoned coal mine areas in Shanxi, exacerbating water shortages and threatening local drinking water safety. Strengthening systematic research on the geological and hydrogeological conditions of abandoned coal mines, exploring efficient, cheap, and environmentally friendly technologies, and constructing a pollution risk assessment model for AMD treatment are necessary.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Maria R. Costa, Doroteja Gosar, Marika Pinti, Adelaide Ferreira, Martina Bergant Marusic
Summary: This follow-up study of monitoring data from an abandoned gold mine in Portugal revealed that arsenic levels have consistently exceeded drinking water and irrigation limits. The experiment found that groundwater contains higher concentrations of dissolved minerals compared to surface water, with higher levels of As(III) and other elements. Exposure to arsenic-containing water samples resulted in decreased metabolic activity and increased genotoxicity in human cell lines. The study suggests that a mixture of arsenic with other chemical elements in water may have a synergistic effect in promoting cytotoxicity, which could have even more harmful effects with prolonged exposure.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Mingtan Zhu, Bo Li, Guo Liu
Summary: Due to the exhaustion of coal resources and resource integration, a large number of coal mines in China have been closed or are close to closing, resulting in the discharge of acid mine water from abandoned mines, which poses pollution and safety risks to the water environment. Therefore, conducting environmental risk assessments of abandoned mine groundwater is essential. This study analyzes the mine water inflow, groundwater water chemistry, and water environment pollution situation of the abandoned Chuanbei mine in northern Sichuan province, China, identifies the drivers and sources of pollution, and discovers high-risk areas for groundwater pollution. The results can provide theoretical guidance for the comprehensive remediation of mine environments in this area.
Article
Water Resources
Krzysztof Chudy, Magdalena Worsa-Kozak, Agnieszka Wojcik, Christian Wolkersdorfer, Wojciech Drzewicki, Dominika Konsencjusz, Danuta Szyszka
Summary: This article investigates the temporal and spatial water chemistry variation and stable isotopic composition in long-time abandoned mining lakes in Southwest Poland. The study finds that processes in the lakes are similar, with differences resulting from depth, altitude, and source of inflow. The lakes exhibit characteristics such as stratification, evaporation influence, and bacterial sulfate reduction.
JOURNAL OF HYDROLOGY-REGIONAL STUDIES
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Carlos Ruiz Canovas, Dino Quispe, Francisco Macias, Belen Callejon-Leblic, Ana Arias-Borrego, Tamara Garcia-Barrera, Jose Miguel Nieto
Summary: This study investigates the release of metal/loids from sulfide mine wastes during weathering and the associated health risks. The researchers conducted a comprehensive characterization of the mine wastes and determined the bioaccessibility of the metal/loids through digestion and inhalation simulation tests. They found that most wastes with high concentrations of soluble compounds are considered hazardous according to European regulations.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
Article
Geochemistry & Geophysics
Helena Jelenova, Petr Drahota, Lukas Falteisek, Adam Culka
Summary: The study investigated the mineral phases of stalactites collected from abandoned mines in NW Czech Republic and their relationship with the chemistry of drip water. Stalactites rich in HFA formed at lower pH, while those rich in HFO precipitated at higher pH conditions.
APPLIED GEOCHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Studies
Christian Wolkersdorfer, Stefanie Walter, Elke Mugova
Summary: This study investigates the climate of opinion on mine water and mine flooding in three German hard coal post-mining regions. The results show that the local public opinion towards mine flooding and mining issues are generally positive in Ibbenburen. People have low interest in mining-related issues, but those interested in one subject tend to be interested in others as well. Participants expressed the desire for more information about mine flooding. The mining company is seen as best positioned to solve potential problems, while politicians are least expected to solve them.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Patrick Merritt, Christopher Power
Summary: Coal mining activities can result in abandoned underground workings flooding, leading to uncontrolled acid mine drainage release. This study evaluates the reliability of first-flush models in describing mine water behavior in large, complex mine pools.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Murat Topal, E. Isil Arslan Topal, Erdal Obek
Summary: The study evaluated the non-carcinogenic health risks of thallium in grapevine exposed to mine waters in an abandoned mining region in Turkey. Results showed bioaccumulation of thallium in grapevines, especially posing higher risks to children. It is important to pay attention to the potential health hazards of thallium in grapevines from abandoned mining regions.
ENVIRONMENT DEVELOPMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY
(2021)
Article
Geochemistry & Geophysics
Zhi-Guo Dong, Zi-Dong Peng, Leslie J. Robbins, Kurt O. Konhauser, Bang-Lu Zhang, Lian-Chang Zhang, Jie Li, Wen-Jun Li, Le Zhang, Chang-Le Wang
Summary: China has large black shale-hosted Mn deposits, providing an opportunity to study the genesis of black shale-hosted Mn carbonate deposits. This study presents a systematic paleoredox and hydrographic reconstruction of these deposits, revealing the redox-state of the depositional basin at the time of their initial deposition. The results show that the Mn ores were formed through the oxidation of organic matter and reduction of Mn(IV) oxides originally deposited from oxygenated waters.
GEOCHIMICA ET COSMOCHIMICA ACTA
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xinyang Li, Tong Zhou, Zhu Li, Wenyong Wang, Jiawen Zhou, Pengjie Hu, Yongming Luo, Peter Christie, Longhua Wu
Summary: This study investigates the mobility of metal(loid)s in soils affected by aeolian deposition and river transport near a carbonate-hosted Pb-Zn mine, and finds that interactions between nano-scale colloids and metal(loid)s may lead to potential mobilization and increased risk.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Di Chen, Ao Chen, Xiaoyi Hu, Bowei Li, Xinhe Li, Liya Guo, Rui Feng, Yang Yang, Xuekun Fang
Summary: China has closed and abandoned many coal mines since 1999, resulting in the release of methane. However, the characteristics of China's abandoned mine methane emissions have not been clear. This study estimated China's historical abandoned mine methane emissions over the past 40 years and projected the emissions until 2060. The results show that China's abandoned mine methane emissions have increased significantly and become the fourth largest anthropogenic source in China. If not controlled, it is projected that these emissions will reach their peak in 2040 and account for approximately one-third of China's anthropogenic carbon dioxide emissions in 2060. Understanding abandoned mine methane emissions is important for accurately quantifying China's total methane emissions and guiding future mitigation efforts.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Eliza Jara-Negrete, Isabel Cipriani-Avila, Jon Molinero, Veronica Pinos-Velez, Sofia Acosta-Lopez, Marcela Cabrera, Evencio Joel Medina-Villamizar, David Leiva-Andrade, Andrea Pozo, Omar Martinez, Noroska G. S. Mogollon
Summary: The presence of emerging contaminants in the drinking water of five Ecuadorian cities was studied for the first time. Caffeine was the only analyte detected in all cities, with concentrations ranging from <6.35 to 201 ng/L and the highest occurrence in Cuenca. Regulatory frameworks are needed to facilitate the implementation of treatment technologies to safeguard public and environmental health.
FRONTIERS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Imran Athar Beg, Patitapaban Sahu, Durga Charan Panigrahi
Summary: The study conducted in Indian underground uranium mines using smart radon monitor with bubbler kit found that mine water contributes less to the 222Rn dose, with levels well below the limit values. The correlation between 222Rn release rate and water flow rate was established, showing that the mean values of 222Rn doses in different mines were all within safe limits.
RADIATION PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Molly R. Radwany, Isabel F. Barton
Summary: This article explores the geometallurgy and process mineralogy of sandstone-hosted ore deposits in the Paradox Basin in the United States. Despite their importance as major resources of uranium and vanadium, these deposits have received little study. The study reveals that uranium is mainly locked within insoluble minerals, while poor solubility of vanadium-rich phyllosilicates is the main barrier to optimal recovery. This research has implications for the recovery of vanadium from other ore deposit types as well.
MINERALS ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Lisa Ghezzi, Ilenia Arienzo, Antonella Buccianti, Gabriella Demarchi, Riccardo Petrini
EUROPEAN FOOD RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY
(2018)
Article
Water Resources
Martina Perotti, Riccardo Petrini, Massimo D'Orazio, Lisa Ghezzi, Roberto Giannecchini, Simone Vezzoni
MINE WATER AND THE ENVIRONMENT
(2018)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Beatrice Campanella, Alessandro D'Ulivo, Lisa Ghezzi, Massimo Onor, Riccardo Petrini, Emilia Bramanti
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Francesca F. Slejko, Riccardo Petrini, Anna Lutman, Claudia Forte, Lisa Ghezzi
ISOTOPES IN ENVIRONMENTAL AND HEALTH STUDIES
(2019)
Article
Geochemistry & Geophysics
Lisa Ghezzi, Massimo D'Orazio, Marco Doveri, Matteo Lelli, Riccardo Petrini, Roberto Giannecchini
JOURNAL OF GEOCHEMICAL EXPLORATION
(2019)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Lisa Ghezzi, Salvatore Iaccarino, Rodolfo Carosi, Chiara Montomoli, Matteo Simonetti, Kabi R. Paudyal, Rosa Cidu, Riccardo Petrini
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2019)
Article
Geochemistry & Geophysics
Marco Doveri, Barbara Stenni, Riccardo Petrini, Roberto Giannecchini, Giuliano Dreossi, Matia Menichini, Lisa Ghezzi
JOURNAL OF GEOCHEMICAL EXPLORATION
(2019)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Beatrice Campanella, Laura Colombaioni, Edoardo Benedetti, Agostino Di Ciaula, Lisa Ghezzi, Massimo Onor, Massimo D'Orazio, Roberto Giannecchini, Riccardo Petrini, Emilia Bramanti
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2019)
Review
Geochemistry & Geophysics
Massimo D'Orazio, Beatrice Campanella, Emilia Bramanti, Lisa Ghezzi, Massimo Onor, Gilmo Vianello, Livia Vittori-Antisari, Riccardo Petrini
JOURNAL OF GEOCHEMICAL EXPLORATION
(2020)
Article
Geology
Lisa Ghezzi, Riccardo Petrini, Francesca Castorina, Carla Scotti, Giuseppe Ottria, Antonio Bartelletti
ITALIAN JOURNAL OF GEOSCIENCES
(2020)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Lisa Ghezzi, Simone Arrighi, Roberto Giannecchini, Monica Bini, Marta Valerio, Riccardo Petrini
Summary: An abandoned open green space in the urban setting of the Municipality of Pisa, Italy, has been found to be contaminated with heavy metals, particularly mercury, posing a risk of non-cancerous effects, especially for children. This highlights the need for management planning and water quality monitoring.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Riccardo Petrini, Lisa Ghezzi, Simone Arrighi, Lisa Genovesi, Chiara Frassi, Luca Pandolfi
Summary: Trace elements, such as Cu, Zn, and Cd, were found to be the main contaminants in the surface soil of the Fornaci di Barga urban area in Italy, which is impacted by long-lasting metallurgical activity. However, groundwater did not show evidence of trace metal contamination. Risk assessment revealed that children are at risk of cadmium exposure through soil ingestion and dermal contact. The results highlight a possible link between space clusters of diseases and metal concentration in soil.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Ahmed S. Mandour, Lisa Ghezzi, Marco Lezzerini, Ayman A. El-Gamal, Riccardo Petrini, Ahmed Elshazly
EGYPTIAN JOURNAL OF AQUATIC RESEARCH
(2020)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Chiara Calligaris, Lisa Ghezzi, Riccardo Petrini, Davide Lenaz, Luca Zini
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Roghieh Doroozi, Carmela Vaccaro, Fariborz Masoudi, Riccardo Petrini
SOLID EARTH SCIENCES
(2018)