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Enabling Barium-Based Sulphate Treatment with Autonomous Boats

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In this episode, we explore a significant shift in mine water management: the move towards autonomous, infrastructure-light sulphate treatment. While barium-based chemistry is a well-known method for precipitating sulphate, it has historically been limited by the high costs of infrastructure and the complexities of handling sludge.
27 Jan English Canada Business

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