Sustainability assessment of an open-pit mine using a new model developed based on Folchi approach

Purpose. Surface mining is one of the main activities that affect environment, economy and society in its surrounding region. Therefore, it important to investigate results this activity terms sustainability assessment. Measuring a mine requires methodology which covers all aspects sustainability.The purpose article assess career development determine components require modification more consideration. Methodology.Many researchers have tried develop certain frameworks measure sustainable score activities, while some them are complicated rest do not cover sustainability. In research work, order evaluate an open-pit mine, Folchi method based on Multi-Criteria Decision Making (MCDM) approach was used. With respect, primarily, influential factors impact each factor component were investigated. Findings.In regard, Anguran lead zinc chosen as case study. A correlation matrix weighted environmental built up experts opinion. Afterwards, magnitude calculated. Originality. The obtained using demonstrated human health safety, water quality, air flora fauna, well surface become decisive mine. Practical value.Finally, can be concluded quarry characterized by significant degree resilience due low level influence factors, there no need modify any factors.