The MINEX Europe Forum serves as a catalyst for the development of a robust and sustainable mining sector in Europe, which is essential for securing the raw materials needed for the continent’s competitive future. The Forum adopts a nomadic format, rotating between different host countries each year. This approach enables a deeper understanding of the complex role the mining industry plays in the economy and social fabric of each host country while empowering local participants with new connections, best practices, and knowledge from across Europe and overseas. By engaging with industry leaders and policymakers, attendees actively contribute to the future of sustainable mineral extraction across the continent.
Presentations:
Breaking Ground, Not the Planet: Decarbonization in Mining Studies
Date: 15:15, 22nd Oct 2025
Location: Lagoas Hall
The urgency to meet global greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction targets, as outlined in the Paris Agreement, is intensifying, with interim 2030 goals and net-zero by 2050 at risk due to insufficient progress. The mining industry faces a dual challenge: it is both a significant GHG emitter and a critical supplier of materials for renewable energy technologies, electric vehicles, and energy storage systems. Mining operations, particularly material movement and ore processing, are energy-intensive, making decarbonization essential. Proactive integration of GHG mitigation strategies across all project phases—from exploration to operation—is vital. Decarbonization should be embedded into daily practices of mining professionals, enabling the design of low-emission mines regardless of size, location, or commodity. By leading in sustainability, the mining sector can meet global demand for critical minerals while contributing to meaningful carbon reduction. This presentation will highlight actionable strategies and examples to inspire a low-carbon future in mining technical studies.
Unlocking Value in Underground Mining: The More We Know, The More Complex It Gets
Mineral deposits are becoming deeper and ore grades are declining. Sustainability has emerged as one of the key pillars for the future of mining. New challenges are arising as never before, at a time when the mining cycle is better understood than ever. Unlocking the value of mineral deposits requires a comprehensive understanding of the interrelated key disciplines. This presentation will provide a general overview of the underground mine study workflow and a case study for a Lithium Project located in Germany.
