The SME Guide to Tailings Resources

Access tailings management case studies, research, technical papers, and industry best practices from around the world.

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Welcome to the SME Tailings Portal

YOUR GATEWAY TO TAILINGS MANAGEMENT KNOWLEDGE

Designed for students, researchers, and industry professionals, our portal offers a wealth of curated information to support the next generation of tailings management experts.

Explore our extensive collection of resources below, organized by category to help you easy find the information you need. Join us in advancing sustainable mining practices through the collective exchange of knowledge and expertise.

Featured Resources

Featured publications focused on the most relevant tailings regulations and standards.

Background

Resources regarding
background information and best practices.

Case Studies

A collection of tailings storage facility design, construction, and safety case studies.

Closure & Reclamation

A collection of resources for closure planning and reclamation strategies.

Design & Construction

Technical literature
supporting facility design and construction.

Governance

Resources highlighting key elements pertaining to tailings governance framework.

Operations & Monitoring

Publications focused on the operations and monitoring of tailings and related facilities.

Planning

Documents supporting tailings planning, site selection, and management.

Technology & Innovation

Resources relevant to technological advancements in tailings management.

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