Geomembranes have a positive impact on the environment through long-term protection and harm reduction. The chemicals and hazardous materials used or uncovered in mining operations can have dangerous, long-lasting effects on the surrounding environment.
By isolating hazardous substances in mining operations, geomembranes prevent their spread into the wider environment. This protection promotes ecosystem health and biodiversity by reducing the exposure of aquatic habitats and terrestrial ecosystems to pollutants commonly associated with mining activities. After the mining operation has ended, geomembranes facilitate the safe closure and reclamation of mining sites, supporting the restoration of natural landscapes and habitats post-mining operations.
