Plan to add value at the Salar de Pedernales

Plan to add value at the Salar de Pedernales

The project’s objective is to increase knowledge and appreciation of the high Andean wetlands of this Regional Priority Site, generating a positive effect on the Salar de Pedernales and other nearby ecosystems. Several key activities will be carried out to achieve...
Microencapsulation of pyrite to prevent acid mine drainage

Microencapsulation of pyrite to prevent acid mine drainage

The project’s objective is to validate the use of microencapsulation technology on a pilot scale to maintain water quality in a climate-challenged context. This initiative aims to strengthen the resilience of both the mining industry and local communities,...
Assessment of sulfuric acid spill on marine environment

Assessment of sulfuric acid spill on marine environment

The study’s main objective was to assess the impact of a sulfuric acid spill on the marine environment by identifying and analysing the spill’s potential effects on water quality, sediments and marine biota. Through a comprehensive analysis, it seeks to provide...