Why Fugitive Dust Control is Vital for Air Quality and Mining Operations
Mines and associated industrial sites are required to implement some level of fugitive dust control.
Sector: Mining & Quarrying
Smarter Mining Starts with Smarter Compliance
Unearthing excellence
We help our clients navigate complex mining challenges and achieve their operational goals with precision and confidence. Leveraging our unparalleled expertise in environmental engineering, advanced modeling, and regulatory compliance, we help you optimize mining performance, enhance sustainability, and ensure regulatory adherence. By partnering with RWDI, you gain access to a team dedicated to innovative problem-solving and collaborative solutions, enabling you to meet your environmental stewardship objectives while maintaining cost efficiency and operational excellence.
Addressing mining & quarrying challenges
The mining sector faces significant challenges, including regulatory pressures, and the need for innovative technologies to minimize its environmental impact. As global demand grows, balancing economic benefits with ecological responsibilities remains a critical issue. The mining industry is also heavily dependent on the natural environment and so is particularly vulnerable to the consequences of changes in climate.
The right insights at the right time
From prospecting to production, we have the right experience and expertise to solve any mining challenge. Explore services for every stage of the mining lifecycle.
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Prospecting & Planning
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Design & Development
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Construction
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Production
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Reclamation & Closure
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Services
- Air quality/odor
- Environmental noise & vibration
- Land use planning
- Phase I & II environmental site assessments
- Designated substance survey
- Water management
- Logistics support
How we help
We collaborate with you to support your vision with technical expertise across every climate and performance engineering discipline. Create more resilient mining operations that exist in harmony with their environment and community.
Navigate regulatory compliance with confidence
Our regulatory knowledge is unparalleled in the industry. We help you obtain environmental approvals and achieve regulatory compliance through rigorous testing, monitoring, and expert navigation of regulatory processes. Avoid costly delays, production disruptions, and potential legal issues with the most trusted industrial compliance consultant.
Prioritize health and safety
We conduct thorough assessments like monitoring air quality and noise levels to ensure a safe working environment. Our data gives you the real-time analysis you need to make decisions on safety. Our climate and performance experts combine data with real-world experience to deliver practical solutions to mitigate health and safety risks associated with mining and quarrying operations, enhancing worker safety.
More cost savings, less hassle
By implementing efficient design solutions and addressing potential environmental issues early, we help mining operations avoid costly clean-up expenses and unscheduled project delays. Our expertise in environmental management contributes to long-term cost savings and improved bottom line.
Achieve sustainability goals
We support mining companies in achieving their sustainability goals through energy and water modeling, environmental monitoring, and sustainable practices implementation. We guide clients through sustainability initiatives that balance operational needs with environmental responsibility.
Enhance resilience to environmental changes
With climate and performance engineering expertise, you can adapt to changing environmental conditions and maintain operational continuity. We enhance the resilience of mining operations by conducting comprehensive environmental site assessments and developing mitigation strategies for potential risks.
Holistic engineering solutions
Mining & quarrying challenges are complex. Our holistic suite of services offers climate responsive design and human-centric solutions that maximize operational performance while minimizing environmental impact.
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Compliance through modeling, monitoring, public hearings
We excel in helping you achieve regulatory compliance through advanced air quality and noise modelling, comprehensive environmental monitoring, and hands-on experience. Our team of experts utilizes state-of-the-art dispersion models and on-site measurements to assess your project’s impact and ensure regulatory compliance. We don’t just stop at data collection, we translate complex technical information into clear, compelling narratives for public hearings, helping you navigate stakeholder concerns and regulatory processes with confidence.
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Dust management
We understand that dust management is crucial in mining and quarrying operations. We offer tailored solutions to help you meet compliance standards and mitigate nuisance issues. Our approach combines cutting-edge monitoring techniques, including our unique portable wind tunnel, with practical, cost-effective mitigation strategies. You will not only reduce regulatory issues and community complaints but also optimize your operations for significant cost savings.
Forensic analysis & community nuisance issues
Even with meticulous planning, air quality or noise issues can still arise unexpectedly. Our team combines deep technical expertise with innovative forensic techniques to identify root causes and develop effective solutions. Whether you’re facing unexpected compliance challenges or community concerns, we work closely with you to investigate, analyze, and resolve issues swiftly. Our goal is to help you maintain smooth operations while building trust with regulators and stakeholders.
Canada
Iron Ore Company of Canada Operations
Advanced air quality modeling for a major iron ore operation
Europe & UK
Wylfa Newydd Nuclear Power Station
Satisfying regulatory requirements for a proposed nuclear power plant
Australia & Oceania
Mount Pleasant Coal Mine
Discerning noise levels from one mine with those from mines nearby
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FAQs about our mining & quarrying services
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We provide detailed assessments of dust generation and dispersion using modeling and monitoring. Our solutions include optimized dust suppression techniques, ventilation strategies, and emission control technologies to protect worker health and minimize community impact while ensuring compliance with environmental standards.
Yes. We identify major noise sources and assess their impact on workers and nearby communities. Our team develops noise reduction strategies such as acoustic barriers, equipment enclosures, and operational scheduling to reduce exposure and meet regulatory noise limits.
We guide clients through complex permitting processes by preparing technical studies, environmental impact assessments, and compliance documentation. Our expertise covers air, water, soil, waste management, and noise regulations, helping mines meet local, regional, and national requirements efficiently.
Absolutely. We analyze microclimate conditions, ventilation effectiveness, thermal comfort, and air quality in underground and surface operations. Our recommendations help maintain safe, comfortable working conditions—even in extreme climates and challenging site layouts.
We support sustainable mining by optimizing resource use, reducing emissions, and managing waste responsibly. Our team assists with energy efficiency, water conservation, site reclamation planning, and reporting to meet sustainability certifications and stakeholder expectations.
We help mining operations assess climate risks such as extreme weather, flooding, and temperature shifts. Through site-specific vulnerability studies and adaptive design strategies, we support resilient infrastructure, water management, and operational plans that safeguard assets and maintain productivity under changing conditions.
RWDI provides transparent environmental data, impact assessments, and communication tools that foster trust with local communities and stakeholders. Our science-based approach helps clients demonstrate compliance and sustainability leadership, improving relationships and supporting social license to operate.
Yes. We support mine closure planning by developing decommissioning strategies, remediation plans, and monitoring programs to ensure environmental recovery and compliance with regulatory requirements. Our work helps clients manage liabilities and restore sites for safe, sustainable post-mining use.