Mining in ecologically sensitive landscapes

• Corporate Author: CSIRO (Australia)
• Other Authors: Tibbett, Mark, (Editor)
• Format: eBook
• Language: English
• Published: Collingwood, Vic. : CSIRO Publishing, 2015.
• Subjects: Mines and mineral resources > Environmental aspects.; Biotic communities > Effect of mining on.; Conservation of natural resources.; Ecosystem management.; Environmental responsibility.; Social responsibility of business.; elektronické knihy; electronic books
• ISBN: 9781523101382; 1523101385; 9780643106369; 0643106367; 9780643106376; 0643106375; 0415620910; 9780643106352; 0643106359
• Physical Description: 1 online resource (286)
• Access: Plný text je dostupný pouze z IP adres počítačů Univerzity Tomáše Bati ve Zlíně nebo vzdáleným přístupem pro zaměstnance a studenty

Mining in Ecologically Sensitive Landscapes explores the interface between geology and botany, and mining and conservation. Many areas of unusual geology that contain ore-bearing bodies also support unique ecological communities of plants and animals. Increasing demand to exploit rich mineral deposits can lead to a conflict between mining and conservation interests in such landscapes. This book brings together experts in the field of mining and conservation to grapple with this pressing issue and to work toward a positive outcome for all. Chapters are grouped into four themes: Introduction, Co.