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PDRI for Mining Projects
The PDRI for Mining template addresses complexities specific to new (greenfield) mining projects including considerations for remote locations with limited infrastructure, uncertainty of site conditions, geo-political risk, and environmental constraints.
Mining projects include structures above ground and under ground. In addition, the site often requires development of infrastructure (roads, shelter, utilities, etc.) for workers, and for transportation of materials (railways, pipelines, etc.).
Key Characteristics
| Characteristic | Mining |
| Primary Designer | Mining, geotechnical, civil, mechanical, electrical, process, industrial |
| Project Orientation | Vertical and horizontal |
| Interface with Public | Extensive |
| Environmental Impact | Extensive |
| Primary Cost | Geological investigation, earthworks, mechanical equipment, associated structures |
| Installed Equipment Cost | Extensive |
| Land Cost | High |
| Jurisdiction Interface | Extensive |
Top Ten Elements
More information about PDRI:
White paper: Introduction to the Project Definition Rating Index