Where is energy used most in mining and resource operations?‍

Energy is used for heavy machinery, processing equipment, pumping systems, site camps, ventilation, lighting and HVAC in operational buildings. Remote sites also rely on generators or hybrid systems that increase overall costs.

Why do mining energy costs vary so much between sites?‍

Usage varies due to different operational stages, ore processing requirements, equipment load, site temperature and the number of active work areas. Remote locations also face higher supply and infrastructure costs.

How can small and mid-tier mining operators reduce their energy bills?‍

Operators can reduce costs by reviewing tariffs, comparing plans, managing equipment schedules, improving HVAC settings in site buildings, upgrading inefficient machinery and monitoring energy use to identify high-load periods.

What drives high energy usage in large mining operations?‍

Large operators experience high consumption from continuous processing, large machinery, pumping systems, ventilation, refrigeration and HVAC in site camps. Running these systems concurrently increases peak demand charges.

How can multi-site mining companies improve energy efficiency?‍

They can align contract end dates, benchmark usage across sites, install monitoring systems, review tariffs, upgrade older equipment and use data insights to identify operational peaks. This improves both cost control and load management.