Britain has a long history of mining and mineral extraction. Its legacies are the environmental, social and engineering consequences of completed mining operations, ranging from subsidence and ground movement and unmapped voids to contamination, gas emissions and water flows. In 2000, the North of England Institute of Mining and Mechanical Engineers held a conference to highlight and identify some of these legacies and to discuss methods of restoration and regeneration.
The Institute is pleased to announce this joint conference with the Mining Technology Division of IOM3, the Midlands Institute of Mining Engineers and the Mining Institute of Scotland, the purpose of which is to review events that have changed thinking, improved methods and equipment in the 20-year passage of time since our Institute last reviewed these topics. Considering the lessons learned in this period will be used as an important addition to discuss creation of sustainable opportunities looking at mining from cradle to grave.
The full programme and Conference Proceedings are given below and is available to download.
Conference Proceedings
Full Two-Day Downloadable Programme
 The North of England Institute of Mining and Mechanical Engineers
The North of England Institute is based in Newcastle and is the Royal Chartered membership organisation for science, technology and engineering in the North. This conference forms part of our remit to provide contemporary science to a public audience, as well as supporting academia and industry in the North. To find out more about our work and to support us though membership please see: www.mininginstitute.org.uk/membership |
 MTD
The Mining Technology Division of IOM3 is a specialist community within IOM3 to support the mining and extractive industries worldwide by providing a focus for the promotion of, and exchange of knowledge on, all aspects of mine development, mine production, mine closure, mining technology and other mining industry related matters. |
 Midlands Institute of Mining Engineers
The Midlands Institute of Mining Engineers celebrated its 150th year in 2007 and organises meetings that provide informative talks on diverse subjects relevant to materials and which contribute to continuing professional development for IOM3 members. |
 Mining Institute of Scotland
The Mining Institute of Scotland is a professional body for the advancement of all perspectives of minerals (including oil and gas) and mining. Its objectives are to promote and develop every aspect of minerals and mining science, engineering and technology and this is achieved by providing information and related services, and influencing key opinion formers in government, industry, academia, the public and professions. MIS holds regular meetings, organises a full programme of events and facilitates applications for IOM3 membership including those pursuing professional registration. |
Speakers Topics
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| 10th November 2021 – Day One Programme: 10th November 2021 | 11th November 2021 – Day Two Programme: 11th November 2021 |
| 10:00-10:10 Welcome Christine Blackmore, Chair, IOM3 Mining Technology Board |
09:00-09:10 Welcome Christine Blackmore, Chair, IOM3 Mining Technology Board |
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10:10-10:30 Opening Address Darry Quayle Department of International Trade |
09:10-09:30 J F Tunnicliffe Medal Presentation John Tunnicliffe Past President, Institution of Mining Engineers |
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11:30 – 13:00 Session 1: New Life for Old Mine Sites (1) Making the most of abandoned mines Stephen Henley, Ecton Mine Educational Trust The use of void space created by mining activity for beneficial purposes Steve Reece, Chartered Engineer Circular Economy: Bates Clean Energy Terminal Martin Lawlor, Port of Blyth |
09:30–11:00 Session 4: Mine Water Management Coal mine water management: Improving approaches through evidence and experience Alice Mellor, The Coal Authority Research and innovation opportunities for mine water and heat storage at the UK Geoenergy Observatory in Glasgow Alison Monaghan, British Geological Survey Mine Water: A potentially important heat source Charlotte Adams, The Coal Authority |
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14:00 – 15:30 Session 2: New Life for Old Mine Sites (2) Energy storage for mining legacies: Facilitating the green revolution Chris Yendell, Gravitricity Carbon Capture, Use and Storage: UK potential Jon Gluyas, Durham Energy Institute Integrating mine planning leading to sustainable post-mining transition Robrecht Schmitz, Sibelo Centre of Excellence |
11:30 – 13:00 Session 5: New Life for Old Mine Sites (3) Glenmuckloch Energy Project Alan Wilson, Buccleuch Estates The changing societal and environmental expectations: Implications and impacts for the mining industry Paul Bradley, Health and Safety Executive Breathing new life into abandoned mines: The Robominers Project Stephen Henley, Ecton Mine Educational Trust |
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16:00 – 17:30 Session 3: An International Commentary Managing legal risks in mining projects: Lessons learned from the International Arbitration of Disputed Mining Projects Lorraine de Germiny, LALIVE (London) LLP Social Aspects of mine closures Alexandra Mitchell, Wardell-Armstrong Sustainable nickel for a low carbon future Anne Oxley, Brazilian Nickel |
13:45 – 15:15 Session 6: Impact of Mining Legacy on Surface Development The Coal Authority’s role in facilitating redevelopment of sites impacted by coal mining and the promotion of a safe, assured and sustainable future Leigh Sharpe, The Coal Authority Identifying challenging ground hazards for remediation and land development: A Case Study of a site affected by over 300 closely spaced bell pits, NW Leicestershire Russell Hurcombe, GRM Development Solutions The challenges of managing access to The Coal Authority underground mine and mineral property portfolio Stuart Walker, The Coal Authority |
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19:00 Buffet Supper & Entertainment (with the Ashington Colliery Brass Band) Compare: Norman Jackson |
15:15 – 15:30 Closing Remarks Christine Blackmore, Chair, IOM3 Mining Technology Board |
Pre-Conference Field Trip, Bates Clean Energy Terminal, Tuesday, 9th November 2021
Infrastructure works including a substantially upgraded heavy lift quay and 5 hectares of development land remediation are to be combined with a range of low carbon initiatives and innovation, to meet the needs of the offshore and renewables sector at the modern 17-hectare terminal. These upgrades will support Government ambitions set out in the Clean Maritime Plan and 2050 net zero targets whilst also serving the operational needs of the offshore wind industry as it moves to adopt clean maritime technologies and dramatically reduce emissions associated with operation and maintenance.
Specific objectives include zero carbon mine water heating to buildings, port electrification including heavy cranage, solar and other renewable power generation, shore-to-ship power, robotics, automation, alternative fuel innovations to support next generation vessels and much more. These exciting initiatives are to be delivered with support from a growing number of regional and national partners.
A coach will transport delegates from Neville Hall to the Bates Clean Energy Terminal at the Port of Blyth. A tour of the facilities will be undertaken and a buffet lunch provided. The coach will return delegates to Neville Hall at the end of the tour. Places on this field trip are limited and will be filled on a first-come first served basis. Delegates are advised to book early to secure a place on the field trip.