Introducing the IDEF0 Methodology in the Strategic Planning of Projects for Reclamation and Repurposing of Surface Mines

The closure of surface mines is a complex framework characterized by extended reclamations post-mining sites towards an environmentally friendly and sustainable land-use system development with beneficial returns to society the economy. paper demonstrates critical mine problem, draws research questions, introduces IDEF0 (Integrated DEFinition Function) process modelling method as low-cost easy tool for use mining experts perform strategic planning reclamation repurposing projects. A case study applied in Greek lignite presented.