Articles | Volume 29, issue 16
https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-29-3957-2025
https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-29-3957-2025
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26 Aug 2025
Research article |  | 26 Aug 2025

Mapping mining-affected water pollution in China: status, patterns, risks, and implications

Ziyue Yin, Jian Song, Dianguang Liu, Jianfeng Wu, Yun Yang, Yuanyuan Sun, and Jichun Wu

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Mining activities threaten aquatic ecosystems, soil ecosystems, and human health worldwide. This study establishes a high-quality database and a national 0.5° gridded dataset to reveal the status and spatial pattern of mining-affected water pollution, human health risks, and potential multifaceted challenges in China. It provides in-depth insights to guide policymakers in designing differentiated management strategies for the sustainable development of mines.
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