CRC Press - Spoil to Soil: Mine Site Rehabilitation Book

Spoil to Soil: Mine Site Rehabilitation and Revegetation provides a detailed look at the fundamental and practical aspects of restoring mine sites. This professional resource covers the essential processes required to transform mine spoils into productive environments through three major themes. Readers will explore the characterization of mine site spoils and learn how to manage chemical, physical, and biological constraints. The text also addresses post mine-site land-use practices and the specific techniques used for the revegetation of remediated areas. By examining various case studies from mine sites around the world, this book offers real-world perspectives on land remediation. The final section is dedicated to successful mine site rehabilitation case studies, offering proven examples of effective land recovery. This book serves as a comprehensive guide for those working in soil science, professional horticulture, and environmental remediation, providing the knowledge needed to handle complex land-use challenges.