Sustainable Mining Projects: Integrating Digital and Automated Solutions with Economic, Social and Environmental Considerations

BIP Language:

English/ secondary language Spanish

Organisation:

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The purpose of Sustainable Mining Projects is to address the growing need to integrate sustainability and innovation into the mining industry (Mining 4.0). In response to the environmental, social, and economic challenges faced by the sector, the program emphasizes the strategic use of digital technologies, automation, and data analytics to enhance operational efficiency, minimize impacts, and support robust data-driven decision-making.

Adopting a holistic and interdisciplinary approach, the course provides both conceptual frameworks and practical tools to plan and evaluate mining projects that are technically viable, environmentally responsible, and socially inclusive. It incorporates key elements such as environmental management systems and stakeholder engagement, while fostering collaboration among participants from diverse countries and academic backgrounds. This diversity enriches the analysis of real-world challenges and encourages innovative, multi-perspective solutions.

Set within the dynamic context of the University of Huelva and its surrounding mining district, the program offers a unique opportunity to observe first-hand the latest technological developments and industry practices. Participants gain direct insight into how companies are addressing current challenges and advancing toward more sustainable models.

Overall, the program equips participants with the knowledge, skills, and vision needed to lead and promote innovative, sustainable, and socially responsible mining practices in a rapidly evolving global industry.

Dates:

Online sessions: June 2026 (schedule to be determined)
On--site component: 21nd - 25th September, 2026

The on-site component will take place at the Higher Technical School of Engineering of the University of Huelva, Spain. This mobility will be organized as an Erasmus+ BIP and, therefore, participation in both the virtual and on-site components is mandatory.