The
Zijinshan Gold-Copper Mine is both the birthplace and a core asset of
Zijin Mining. In 1993, the project embarked on a journey of low-cost,
high-profit, and sustainable development. It is also a hub that nurtures
Zijin Mining’s management expertise, technical capabilities, and
talent. Over the last 30 years, through management and technological
innovations, Zijinshan has not only fully utilized low-grade gold and
copper resources but has also maximized its economic and social
benefits. It pioneered the Five-Pronged Mining Engineering Model,
integrating technologies and processes of geological exploration,
mining, processing, metallurgy, and environmental protection.
Research on mining at the Luoboling Porphyry Copper Deposit in the peripheral area of Zijinshan is underway, with efforts to expedite project approval and commence construction as soon as possible. Concurrently, a new round of geological exploration is ongoing at Zijinshan and its surrounding areas.
The project is home to a highly skilled mine rescue team with national-level qualifications and serves as a pilot for China’s initiative of building a dual-tiered risk prevention system. It also earned the title of “National Demonstration Company for Safety Culture Development”.
The project embraces the philosophy of “green mines are gold mines”, striving to develop a green, low-carbon, and beautiful mine. The mine’s early investment and significant accomplishments in ecological restoration have yielded remarkable results in creating a garden-like mine. It integrates wastewater utilization systems with biological methods for copper extraction. This approach not only ensures environmentally friendly wastewater treatment but also facilitates copper recovery, thereby enhancing the project’s economic returns. The project employs diverse energy solutions that complement one another, including solar, hydro, and wind power, hydrogen energy, and energy storage systems. Its ultimate aim is to become a model mine site for carbon peaking and carbon neutrality.
The project has been recognized as China’s largest gold mine, a national mine park, a national soil and water conservation demonstration project, and a national demonstration base for the comprehensive utilization of mineral resources. It has also been included in China’s List of National Green Mines.