A mining company's land reclamation plan is not accepted because the plan fails to include a system for monitoring local water quality. What issue related to land reclamation is this an example of?
This is an example of an issue related to environmental monitoring and compliance in land reclamation. Land reclamation is the process of restoring land that has been disturbed by mining or other activities to a more natural or usable state. Monitoring local water quality is an important aspect of land reclamation because mining activities can often have negative impacts on water quality, such as increased sedimentation, changes in pH levels, and contamination from chemicals or heavy metals. Without a system for monitoring water quality, it is difficult to ensure that the land reclamation plan is effective in restoring the environment to a healthy and sustainable state.
