Guizhou leads sustainable mining development

Southwest China's Guizhou province has made significant strides in sustainable mining. It now lists a total of 347 green mines, including 18 national-level and 329 provincial-level sites. In 2024, two additional provincial-level green mines were added, and a dynamic management system ensures consistent quality.

The province evaluates green mines based on six key areas: mine environment, resource extraction, resource utilization, low-carbon practices, ecological restoration, and technological innovation, with 49 detailed indicators for comprehensive scoring. To strengthen the assessment process, Guizhou selected and publicized the first batch of 10 local evaluation agencies in October 2024, enhancing professional objectivity.

Guizhou promotes green mining through a "classified implementation and phased advancement" approach. Newly built mines must comply with green standards and undergo evaluation within one to two years of production. Existing mines must expedite green upgrades during permit renewals or modifications, with specific deadlines and obligations clearly outlined.

Supportive measures, including tax incentives, financial tools, and fiscal policies, aim to encourage enterprise participation.

The province aims to establish a mining model that is rationally planned, efficient, eco-friendly, and socially harmonious, with practices and mechanisms that can be replicated for sustainable development.