Establishment of uranium mining and processing operations in the context of sustainable development.

Australia; Northern Saskatchewan, Canada; Alligators River; Alaska; Niger; Russian Federation; USSR; Germany; Hungary.

Bibliographic Details
Corporate Author: International Atomic Energy Agency
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Vienna, Austria : International Atomic Energy Agency, 2009.
Series:IAEA nuclear energy series ; no. NF-T-1.1.
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Description
Summary:Australia; Northern Saskatchewan, Canada; Alligators River; Alaska; Niger; Russian Federation; USSR; Germany; Hungary.
Abstract:This publication provides guidance to member states in the debate surrounding sustainable development in the uranium mining industry. It outlines the criteria necessary for sustainable development, analyzes social and economic factors and refers to the role of governance in resolving conflicting demands.The publication includes a chapter with case studies, which provides stakeholders with practical information and historical examples of experience gained from introducing uranium mining and processing operations to an area and the subsequent effects of mine closure.--Publisher's description.
Physical Description:70 pages : illustrations ; 30 cm.
Also available online.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references (pages 65-66).
ISBN:9201044097
9789201044099
ISSN:1995-7807 ;