Name
Sustainable Quarry Reclamation: Enhancing the Narrative and ESG Performance in Aggregate Mining
Date & Time
Tuesday, March 25, 2025, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Meggy Gidula| PE
Description

The aggregate mining industry, essential for infrastructure development, often faces environmental scrutiny. This presentation will explore how sustainable quarry reclamation can not only mitigate environmental impacts but also improve the industry's image and boost its ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) performance. By restoring mined land into valuable ecosystems, recreational areas, residential or commercial developments, or agricultural land, the industry showcases its commitment to sustainability.

We’ll cover key reclamation practices like soil stabilization, deep engineered fill, re-vegetation, and water management, which enhance biodiversity, reduce erosion, and improve water quality. These efforts turn reclaimed quarries into community and environmental assets, helping to shift public perception of the industry. Sustainable reclamation also contributes directly to ESG goals by reducing ecological footprints, supporting local economies, and demonstrating responsible stewardship. Through real-world case studies, you’ll see how successful reclamation projects have improved ESG outcomes and highlighted the industry’s role in environmental restoration and community development.

Ultimately, prioritizing sustainable quarry reclamation enhances environmental performance, strengthens public trust, and meets ESG criteria—benefiting both the environment and society.