Newmont took a proactive approach to noise monitoring at Porcupine Gold Mines during the redevelopment of the historic Hollinger Mine, which is located near the City of Timmins. To address community concerns about noise, dust, and vibrations, Newmont partnered with Envirosuite to implement a real-time environmental monitoring system. This solution allowed Newmont to provide transparent, continuous updates to both the public and stakeholders, maintaining trust while ensuring regulatory compliance. The integration of 17 permanent monitoring locations, along with mobile units, helped Newmont quickly identify and mitigate any environmental impacts, reinforcing its commitment to responsible mining and good community relations.

The redevelopment of the Hollinger Mine, located near the downtown core of the City of Timmins, posed a challenge to multiple stakeholders. With a population of over 43,000, the mine's operations risked disrupting the community, particularly regarding noise, vibration, and dust. This has raised concerns from the community about the environmental impact of noise, dust, vibration, and site stability, as mining operations could disturb residents and damage nearby infrastructure, such as the operational water tower. Newmont faced the task of mitigating these effects to maintain good relations with stakeholders, meet regulatory requirements, and ensure transparency in their mining activities.  

Newmont's proactive approach to addressing noise and environmental concerns at the Porcupine Gold Mines, specifically during the redevelopment of the Hollinger Mine, involved leveraging Envirosuite’s advanced real-time environmental monitoring system. By implementing noise, vibration, and dust monitoring across 17 permanent stations and mobile units, Newmont ensured continuous oversight of environmental impacts.

The system allows real-time alerts, data analysis, and transparent communication with the local community, helping to address concerns swiftly and maintain trust. This integrated solution enables Newmont to operate responsibly, fostering strong relationships with the City of Timmins and local stakeholders. 

The integrated system, covering 17 permanent stations and mobile units, enabled Newmont to effectively track environmental factors while communicating real-time data to the public, reinforcing transparency.  

With the Envirosuite system in place, Newmont receives continuous data on noise, vibration, and dust levels, allowing for real-time alerts and adjustments to mitigate disturbances. The system's reports, available daily and weekly, enable both environmental and operational teams to make informed decisions and ensure compliance with local regulations. This proactive approach has strengthened Newmont’s relationship with the community by demonstrating accountability, with noise-related incidents tracked and logged for public and internal review. 

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Envirosuite is committed to helping mining companies like Newmont operate responsibly and sustainably while fostering strong relationships with local communities. Book a demo now to learn more about our innovative environmental monitoring solutions and how they can benefit your operations today.