DIM ESEE 2024: INNOVATION IN ORE PROCESSING

ABOUT DIM ESEE 2024

This three (3) days course organised in a Hybrid form focused on the technological innovations applied in processing of primary and secondary raw materials as well as the enviromental and economic aspects of these process schemes through an integrated approach. The course included lectures from academic staff and industry experts along with hands-on learning on challenges faced by the RM sector in processing of ore and waste materials for the sustainable recovery of the contained mineral values. The trainees worked in teams to address the challenges set by the lecturers/mentors in order to develop their critical thinking skills and take an active role in their learning.

Day 1. Innovation in the processing of primary and secondary Raw Materials

Critical and Strategic Raw Materials in the ESEE region | Οre processing for the production of marketable concentrates | Metallurgical processing for basic metals and CRM recovery from secondary Raw Materials | Presentation of Challenges

Day 2. Environmental impact assessment of processing operations and environmental management systems

EnvironmentaL Impact Assessment, EIA, Legislation/Regulations | Waste maagementregulations and systems | Environmental management systems | Life Cycle Assessment, LCA.

Day 3. Economic assessment of investments

Feasibility Studies | Investments in circular economy | Presentation of trainees projects on challenges