Tailings in-pit disposal and covering techniques - case study

The application of environmental standards and the circular economy are already realities in the mining industry. Respecting this operating strategy necessitates the use of ecologically safety disposal methods for mining waste. Generally, tailings are often disposed in old open pits, but making this decision depends on a number of factors. After the disposal process is completed, it is necessary to apply appropriate covering techniques. These tailings management processes along with influencing factors as well as a case study of a mine in North Macedonia are presented in this paper.