MSPL :: Reserves of 30 Million Tons


SCIENTIFIC MINING PRACTICES

We are committed to addressing environmental issues that may be raised by our mining operations, in particular with respect to air, water and noise pollution. In recognition of our environmental management, our Vyasankere Iron Ore Mine is ISO 14000 certified. We have received the Indira Priyadarshini Vrikshamitra Award in 2004 for our work in afforestation in recognition of our planting of 1.6 million trees.



To help reduce air pollution that might be caused by our operations, we have introduced:

	A New Down hill conveyer is established with EOU unit to replace existing Downhill Conveyor System at VIOM that reduces the road haulage, the emission as well as dust generation.

Wet drilling and Dry drilling with a dust extraction system, to help reduce dust generation.


To help reduce soil erosion and related water pollution, we endeavour to contain all runoff within our mine lease area, with only clear water discharged. To help achieve this aim, we have constructed gully plugs and check bunds across streams flowing through our mine lease areas.

We regularly monitor noise levels using decibel meters at pre-determined locations in our operations areas. We cover crushers and screens to help reduce decibel levels. Our heavy machinery and dumpers operating in our mines satisfy Euro II standard noise-level requirements.


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