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Utilizing mine waters and their dissolved mineral compounds from hard coal mining within circular economy applications can significantly reduce environmental pressures and mitigate long-term impacts in post-mining regions. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.INCREMENTAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

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This research aims to explore the management of mine waters and the potential use of dissolved minerals in Poland's coal mining sector.

April 17, 2026ResourcesOpen Access

Development of Potential Resources from Mine Waters from Hard Coal Mining as an Environmental Challenge for Sustainable Development—A Case Study of Poland

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This research aims to explore the management of mine waters and the potential use of dissolved minerals in Poland's coal mining sector.
Examined selected aspects of mine water management in the Polish hard coal mining industry.
Analyzed emission scale and economic utilization of mineralized mine waters.
Provided statistical assessment of trends in mine water emissions.
Approximately 200 million m3 of mine waters are discharged annually with 1.5 million Mg of dissolved minerals.
Mine water emissions have led to significant environmental issues, such as fish kills.
Utilizing mine waters can reduce environmental impacts and support sustainable development goals.

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Analysis of mine water management and mineral utilization in Poland, suggesting pathways for sustainable practices.

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Chmiela et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69e1cfb15cdc762e9d85897f https://doi.org/10.3390/resources15040055

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Development of Potential Resources from Mine Waters from Hard Coal Mining as an Environmental Challenge for Sustainable Development—A Case Study of Poland

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