Operations Illustrated: Alternative Energy Sources

Oct 04, 2012

Benefits of Renewable Energy   Finding alternative sources of energy makes sense from an environmental and a financial viewpoint. In spite of headway made in recent years, it’s an uphill battle fighting the public’s general perception of the aggregates industry as less ...

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Sustainability Picks Up Steam

Jun 07, 2012

Although many initiatives began in Europe, North American operators are beginning to appreciate the benefits of green business practices. Sustainable operating practices — which have roots in the business strategies of many European construction materials companies — are making their way ...

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Operations Illustrated

Nov 13, 2011

Typically, reclamation activities take place in spurts as mining in a portion of the site is mined out. Reclamation plans should be flexible to suit various end uses and market environments. While planting doesn’t eliminate all signs of mining, it can create ...

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November 2011

Nov 01, 2011

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Sustainability Picks up Steam

Oct 03, 2011

Although many initiatives began in Europe, North American operators are beginning to appreciate the benefits of green business practices. By Therese Dunphy, Editor-in-Chief Sustainable operating practices — which have roots in the business strategies of many European construction materials companies — are ...

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