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This paper provides a systematic review of the methodologies used to evaluate the visual impacts of surface mining. The main objectives are: (a) to analyse the scientific literature and identify the most important issues and the methods and tools used; (b) to conduct an analysis using descriptive of statistical methods and qualitative interpretation; and (c) to evaluate the state of knowledge on this particular topic and identify gaps in the literature, to suggest future research directions. The findings of the analysis suggest that there is no single method capable of integrating all dimensions of the landscape and, thus, future research should put more emphasis on incorporating as many factors contributing to the visual impact of mining as possible towards developing holistic approaches.
Maria Menegaki. Assessing the visual impacts of surface mining: a systematic review. Acta Innovations 2020, 21 -35.
AMA StyleMaria Menegaki. Assessing the visual impacts of surface mining: a systematic review. Acta Innovations. 2020; (37):21-35.
Chicago/Turabian StyleMaria Menegaki. 2020. "Assessing the visual impacts of surface mining: a systematic review." Acta Innovations , no. 37: 21-35.
Mining landscapes have been widely acknowledged to be perceptually intrusive. Yet, the way visual attention of actual observers is affected by such landscapes has not been subjected to objective examination until the present time. In this study, an eye tracking experiment is utilized for the first time in the surface mining domain to explore the effect of the changes in open pit mine positioning and size upon observers’ gaze patterns by utilizing eye tracking metrics and attention heatmaps. Statistical tests are also applied and both changes have been shown to significantly modulate the excavated surface’s eye-catching properties, importance and observability.
Loukas-Moysis Misthos; Alexandros Pavlidis; Emmanouil Karabassakis; Maria Menegaki; Vassilios Krassanakis; Byron Nakos. Exploring the visual impact from open pit mines applying eye movement analyses on mining landscape photographs. International Journal of Mining, Reclamation and Environment 2019, 34, 609 -624.
AMA StyleLoukas-Moysis Misthos, Alexandros Pavlidis, Emmanouil Karabassakis, Maria Menegaki, Vassilios Krassanakis, Byron Nakos. Exploring the visual impact from open pit mines applying eye movement analyses on mining landscape photographs. International Journal of Mining, Reclamation and Environment. 2019; 34 (9):609-624.
Chicago/Turabian StyleLoukas-Moysis Misthos; Alexandros Pavlidis; Emmanouil Karabassakis; Maria Menegaki; Vassilios Krassanakis; Byron Nakos. 2019. "Exploring the visual impact from open pit mines applying eye movement analyses on mining landscape photographs." International Journal of Mining, Reclamation and Environment 34, no. 9: 609-624.
The raw material extraction has increased rapidly since the last century. At the same time, each year billion tonnes of waste containing useful materials (e.g., glass, plastics, and metals) are disposed of in uncontrolled and controlled landfills. One option to tackle this problem is to follow the landfill mining (LFM) approach, which could be the chance not only to transform landfills into the new “mines,” but also to enhance the image of mining sector in the society. Provided, however, that the economic factors associated with LFM are numerous and complex, this paper aims at estimating the economic feasibility of LFM projects by means of a modern management approach, namely the Real Option Valuation (ROV). For the purpose of the analysis, a hypothetical “typical” landfill site is examined and different alternatives are formed. The proposed project is examined via conventional DCF and ROV, taking into account multiple sources of uncertainties. The results indicate that the DCF approach results may be questionable. On the other hand, ROV analysis reveals through the passage of time events and appropriate actions to be taken and assists in identifying and capturing a higher economic value for the investment.
M. Menegaki; D. Damigos; A. Benardos; D. Kaliampakos. Finding the Right Time to Mine: A Real Options Analysis of Landfill Mining Projects. Proceedings of the 18th Symposium on Environmental Issues and Waste Management in Energy and Mineral Production 2018, 257 -267.
AMA StyleM. Menegaki, D. Damigos, A. Benardos, D. Kaliampakos. Finding the Right Time to Mine: A Real Options Analysis of Landfill Mining Projects. Proceedings of the 18th Symposium on Environmental Issues and Waste Management in Energy and Mineral Production. 2018; ():257-267.
Chicago/Turabian StyleM. Menegaki; D. Damigos; A. Benardos; D. Kaliampakos. 2018. "Finding the Right Time to Mine: A Real Options Analysis of Landfill Mining Projects." Proceedings of the 18th Symposium on Environmental Issues and Waste Management in Energy and Mineral Production , no. : 257-267.
Construction and demolition activities and natural disasters generate vast quantities of waste materials. Globally, it is estimated that about 35% of the quantities of construction and demolition waste (CDW) produced are directed to landfills, without any further treatment, although efforts to recycle and reuse CDW are increasingly being made. This paper, through a review of recent literature, focuses on the factors, barriers and motivations that influence the generation and management of CDW. Based on the analysis, two indicators are calculated for selected countries using the latest available data and an explanatory model is developed with a view to enabling identification of the factors affecting CDW generation. Most importantly, a concept map is created involving thirty-six different nodes that represents existing knowledge with respect to the components of the CDW system, and the positive or negative relationships between them.
Maria Menegaki; Dimitris Damigos. A review on current situation and challenges of construction and demolition waste management. Current Opinion in Green and Sustainable Chemistry 2018, 13, 8 -15.
AMA StyleMaria Menegaki, Dimitris Damigos. A review on current situation and challenges of construction and demolition waste management. Current Opinion in Green and Sustainable Chemistry. 2018; 13 ():8-15.
Chicago/Turabian StyleMaria Menegaki; Dimitris Damigos. 2018. "A review on current situation and challenges of construction and demolition waste management." Current Opinion in Green and Sustainable Chemistry 13, no. : 8-15.
The Landfill Mining (LFM) concept refers to the process of excavating, and sorting solid waste from operating or closed landfills in order to recycle or produce energy from recovered materials, conserve landfill space, and rehabilitate/redevelop contaminated land. Although LFM offers a wide range of environmental and social benefits, LFM projects need to be, at the same time, economically feasible. The latter is heavily influenced from the composition of the waste excavated from the landfill, the quality of recovered materials and the recycling market conditions. This paper aims specifically at exploring the role of e-waste in the profitability of LFM projects and filling this gap in the literature. For the purposes of the analysis, a “typical” Greek landfill site is examined forming different alternatives with respect to the objectives of e-waste recovery and processing and, consequently, the cost and benefits of the LFM operations, based on the findings of the first pilot project of LFM carried out in Greece, at Polygyros landfill. The results of the study show that the presence of e-waste improves the profitability indices. However, it seems that the adoption of more complex recycling and recovery processes leads to no gain in the financial results.These findings are supported by the uncertainty analysis conducted, which reveals that the price and concentration of plastics are the most significant factors, followed by the non-ferrous metal price and concentration. The conclusions of the study should be seen with caution, however. As the international experience shows, the financial success of LFM projects is site-specific and is not assured in all cases. Therefore, it should be clear that further research efforts in the field are warranted to definitely answer the question.
Maria Menegaki; Andreas Benardos; Dimitris Dimitris; Dimitris Kaliampakos; Kostas Tsakalakis. EMPHASIZING THE ROLE OF E-WASTE IN THE FINANCIAL PROFITABILITY OF LANDFILL MINING PROJECTS. MATTER: International Journal of Science and Technology 2017, 3, 122 -144.
AMA StyleMaria Menegaki, Andreas Benardos, Dimitris Dimitris, Dimitris Kaliampakos, Kostas Tsakalakis. EMPHASIZING THE ROLE OF E-WASTE IN THE FINANCIAL PROFITABILITY OF LANDFILL MINING PROJECTS. MATTER: International Journal of Science and Technology. 2017; 3 (2):122-144.
Chicago/Turabian StyleMaria Menegaki; Andreas Benardos; Dimitris Dimitris; Dimitris Kaliampakos; Kostas Tsakalakis. 2017. "EMPHASIZING THE ROLE OF E-WASTE IN THE FINANCIAL PROFITABILITY OF LANDFILL MINING PROJECTS." MATTER: International Journal of Science and Technology 3, no. 2: 122-144.
Loukas-Moysis Misthos; Gerasimos Messaris; Dimitris Damigos; Maria Menegaki. Exploring the perceived intrusion of mining into the landscape using the fuzzy cognitive mapping approach. Ecological Engineering 2017, 101, 60 -74.
AMA StyleLoukas-Moysis Misthos, Gerasimos Messaris, Dimitris Damigos, Maria Menegaki. Exploring the perceived intrusion of mining into the landscape using the fuzzy cognitive mapping approach. Ecological Engineering. 2017; 101 ():60-74.
Chicago/Turabian StyleLoukas-Moysis Misthos; Gerasimos Messaris; Dimitris Damigos; Maria Menegaki. 2017. "Exploring the perceived intrusion of mining into the landscape using the fuzzy cognitive mapping approach." Ecological Engineering 101, no. : 60-74.
Soil contamination by mine wastes is an enormous challenge for both mining companies and competent authorities. Mine wastes are usually considered a major source of impacts on human health and the environment. Thus, the prevailing strategy is to reduce or completely remove the contaminants of concern through appropriate in situ or ex situ remediation techniques. Nonetheless, today’s mine waste may become tomorrow’s ore. In order to keep this option open, however, several things need to change in the concept and practice of mine waste management. This paper presents a case study from Greece, where mine waste (mainly metallurgical slags) have been disposed of, posing excess risks to human health and the environment. Complete restoration of the site would not only be cost-prohibitive but would also eliminate any possibility of future exploitation of contained resources. Considering both the protection of human health and the environment and the storage of waste for future use, a risk assessment and management approach was adopted that allowed the selection of cost-effective measures in order to: eliminate health hazards, re-use the site for recreational purposes, and secure the opportunity for resource recovery in the future.
Theodora Karachaliou; Vasileios Protonotarios; Dimitris Kaliampakos; Maria Menegaki. Using Risk Assessment and Management Approaches to Develop Cost-Effective and Sustainable Mine Waste Management Strategies. Recycling 2016, 1, 328 -342.
AMA StyleTheodora Karachaliou, Vasileios Protonotarios, Dimitris Kaliampakos, Maria Menegaki. Using Risk Assessment and Management Approaches to Develop Cost-Effective and Sustainable Mine Waste Management Strategies. Recycling. 2016; 1 (3):328-342.
Chicago/Turabian StyleTheodora Karachaliou; Vasileios Protonotarios; Dimitris Kaliampakos; Maria Menegaki. 2016. "Using Risk Assessment and Management Approaches to Develop Cost-Effective and Sustainable Mine Waste Management Strategies." Recycling 1, no. 3: 328-342.
To socially justify the need for better municipal solid waste management services, especially in the light of the limited availability of public funds, it is important to quantify the monetary value of the potential social and environmental benefits offered by them. This article aims at estimating society’s willingness to pay improved municipal solid waste management and establishing suitable reference values using the ‘benefit transfer’ method. To this direction, relevant studies from the global scientific and grey literature in the field of municipal solid waste management valuation are analysed and two different transfer approaches are implemented. According to the analysis, the mean annual willingness to pay per household is 88.4 USD2014 (5%-trimmed mean: 78.7 USD2014; 95% confidence interval lower bound: 64.8 USD2014 and upper bound: 112.0 USD2014). The analysis yields estimates with a high standard deviation and notably broad confidence intervals, owing to design issues of the primary studies, the different socioeconomic profiles of the populations surveyed and the existing level of municipal solid waste management services. Thus, a meta-regression model is estimated to explore the sources of heterogeneity and facilitate more accurate transfer values. Nevertheless, the limited number of observations and some methodological issues in the design and conduct of the original surveys set certain challenges and increase the level of uncertainty of the transfer values.
Dimitris Damigos; Dimitris Kaliampakos; Maria Menegaki. How much are people willing to pay for efficient waste management schemes? A benefit transfer application. Waste Management & Research: The Journal for a Sustainable Circular Economy 2016, 34, 345 -355.
AMA StyleDimitris Damigos, Dimitris Kaliampakos, Maria Menegaki. How much are people willing to pay for efficient waste management schemes? A benefit transfer application. Waste Management & Research: The Journal for a Sustainable Circular Economy. 2016; 34 (4):345-355.
Chicago/Turabian StyleDimitris Damigos; Dimitris Kaliampakos; Maria Menegaki. 2016. "How much are people willing to pay for efficient waste management schemes? A benefit transfer application." Waste Management & Research: The Journal for a Sustainable Circular Economy 34, no. 4: 345-355.
Despina Papakonstantinou; Andreas Benardos; Anastasios Kallianiotis; Maria Menegaki. Analysis of the Crowd Evacuation Modeling Approaches for the Case of Urban Underground Spaces. Procedia Engineering 2016, 165, 602 -609.
AMA StyleDespina Papakonstantinou, Andreas Benardos, Anastasios Kallianiotis, Maria Menegaki. Analysis of the Crowd Evacuation Modeling Approaches for the Case of Urban Underground Spaces. Procedia Engineering. 2016; 165 ():602-609.
Chicago/Turabian StyleDespina Papakonstantinou; Andreas Benardos; Anastasios Kallianiotis; Maria Menegaki. 2016. "Analysis of the Crowd Evacuation Modeling Approaches for the Case of Urban Underground Spaces." Procedia Engineering 165, no. : 602-609.
A. Papagiannis; D. Roussos; M. Menegaki; Dimitris Damigos. Externalities from lignite mining-related dust emissions. Energy Policy 2014, 74, 414 -424.
AMA StyleA. Papagiannis, D. Roussos, M. Menegaki, Dimitris Damigos. Externalities from lignite mining-related dust emissions. Energy Policy. 2014; 74 ():414-424.
Chicago/Turabian StyleA. Papagiannis; D. Roussos; M. Menegaki; Dimitris Damigos. 2014. "Externalities from lignite mining-related dust emissions." Energy Policy 74, no. : 414-424.
NIMBYism is one of the most complicated and difficult problems to solve, especially in mining operations. For example, in Greece, due to the current economic crisis, it would have been expected that mining activities should had gained public acceptance as one of the main drivers towards economic growth. However, the reactions against mining remain intense. The causes of NIMBY usually mentioned (e.g. lack of information, conflict of interests) cannot adequately explain the phenomenon and, mainly, do not provide the grounds for effective solutions. This paper attempts an analysis of the parameters involved in the problem, aiming to help drawing a roadmap for the social acceptance of mining.
M. Menegaki; D. Kaliampakos. Dealing with NIMBYism in Mining Operations. Mine Planning and Equipment Selection 2014, 1437 -1446.
AMA StyleM. Menegaki, D. Kaliampakos. Dealing with NIMBYism in Mining Operations. Mine Planning and Equipment Selection. 2014; ():1437-1446.
Chicago/Turabian StyleM. Menegaki; D. Kaliampakos. 2014. "Dealing with NIMBYism in Mining Operations." Mine Planning and Equipment Selection , no. : 1437-1446.
The difficulties in the quantification of various aspects of visual impacts, among them the colour contrast, have resulted in delay of the development of effective assessment methodologies for mining operations. Technological evolution in image analysis has boosted the progression of more quantitative approaches. Yet, the critical question on how close the quantitative results are to the perceived colour difference remains an open issue. This paper is one of the few efforts to bridge subjective opinions gathered by a public preference survey with quantitative estimates of three different measurement approaches. Two main conclusions are drawn. First, people tend to compare the colour of the exposed excavation with the colour of the area near the edges of the quarry site. Second, the subjective colour difference is affected by landscape features that cannot be measured in numerical terms from existing image analysis tools.
M. Menegaki; Ifigeneia Koutiva; D. Kaliampakos. Assessing the chromatic contrast in open surface excavations: a comparative study between subjective and quantitative approaches. International Journal of Mining, Reclamation and Environment 2013, 29, 112 -124.
AMA StyleM. Menegaki, Ifigeneia Koutiva, D. Kaliampakos. Assessing the chromatic contrast in open surface excavations: a comparative study between subjective and quantitative approaches. International Journal of Mining, Reclamation and Environment. 2013; 29 (2):112-124.
Chicago/Turabian StyleM. Menegaki; Ifigeneia Koutiva; D. Kaliampakos. 2013. "Assessing the chromatic contrast in open surface excavations: a comparative study between subjective and quantitative approaches." International Journal of Mining, Reclamation and Environment 29, no. 2: 112-124.
Land rehabilitation constitutes an integral part of surface mining design aiming at returning the mined-out area to its former suitability to accept new land uses. The effectiveness of alternative rehabilitation plans depends on many parameters, the majority of which can be quantified in physical terms. One of the most difficult issues to deal with, however, is still the impact on the landscape during the operation and the improvement achieved after rehabilitation of the mine site. Towards this direction, the paper presents, through an illustrative example, a new method for the quantitative evaluation of the impacts on the landscape. This method, named LETOPID, focuses on the measurement of two main parameters: (i) the alteration of topographic relief and (ii) the sensitivity of observation conditions, both making use of GIS tools. The arithmetic values produced for each of the above parameters facilitates the discrimination of seemingly similar alternative design and rehabilitation plans.
M.E. Menegaki; D.C. Kaliampakos. Evaluating mining landscape: A step forward. Ecological Engineering 2012, 43, 26 -33.
AMA StyleM.E. Menegaki, D.C. Kaliampakos. Evaluating mining landscape: A step forward. Ecological Engineering. 2012; 43 ():26-33.
Chicago/Turabian StyleM.E. Menegaki; D.C. Kaliampakos. 2012. "Evaluating mining landscape: A step forward." Ecological Engineering 43, no. : 26-33.
Marble quarries like any other mining project are faced with NIMBY (‘not-in-my-backyard’) reactions, since some negative externalities are inevitable. The paper presents a contingent valuation survey aimed at investigating a local community's willingness to accept (WTA) compensation for allowing the establishment and operation of a marble quarry in its surroundings and exploring the determinants influencing NIMBY reactions against marble quarrying activity. The valuation scenario used involves an annual monetary payment to a community fund in order to be more realistic and to lessen the so-called ‘bribe effect’, which is common in compensation schemes.
T. Pelekasi; M. Menegaki; D. Damigos. Externalities, NIMBY syndrome and marble quarrying activity. Journal of Environmental Planning and Management 2012, 55, 1192 -1205.
AMA StyleT. Pelekasi, M. Menegaki, D. Damigos. Externalities, NIMBY syndrome and marble quarrying activity. Journal of Environmental Planning and Management. 2012; 55 (9):1192-1205.
Chicago/Turabian StyleT. Pelekasi; M. Menegaki; D. Damigos. 2012. "Externalities, NIMBY syndrome and marble quarrying activity." Journal of Environmental Planning and Management 55, no. 9: 1192-1205.
Recent discoveries of an archaeological site near a complex of an aggregate quarry and a concrete plant on the island of Andros, Greece, have caused considerable controversy. More specifically, the continued operation of the aggregate quarry and concrete making plant was questioned, after the discovery of an important Neolithic settlement in the vicinity of the plants. The relocation of the quarry and the concrete plant is not an easy task, due to the touristic character of the island, as well as the great number of other antiquities found all over the island. On the other hand, the closure of the plant would have had significant implications on the island's economy. In the light of this situation, the symbiosis of these two different activities has been examined. According to the results of the study, the two activities can coexist under certain conditions, which are discussed in the article.
Dimitris Kaliampakos; Athanasios Mavrikos; Maria Menegaki. Construction industry and archaeology: a land-use conflict on the island of Andros, Greece. International Journal of Mining, Reclamation and Environment 2011, 25, 152 -160.
AMA StyleDimitris Kaliampakos, Athanasios Mavrikos, Maria Menegaki. Construction industry and archaeology: a land-use conflict on the island of Andros, Greece. International Journal of Mining, Reclamation and Environment. 2011; 25 (2):152-160.
Chicago/Turabian StyleDimitris Kaliampakos; Athanasios Mavrikos; Maria Menegaki. 2011. "Construction industry and archaeology: a land-use conflict on the island of Andros, Greece." International Journal of Mining, Reclamation and Environment 25, no. 2: 152-160.
In recent decades, the effectiveness of royalties as a mechanism capable of capturing true economic rents is one of the most debatable issues for the mining industry worldwide. So far, the main interest in the literature lies in royalties as a form of mining taxation. This paper, however, focuses on the use of private royalties for the valuation of an aggregate quarry site, in Greece, which is made up of the value of the royalty income stream to the landowner. Defining a fair royalty for the seller as well as the purchaser was a mostly challenging issue, and although referred to as a specific case study, the analysis provides a useful insight for mining practitioners involved in quarry valuation.
D Damigos; M Menegaki. Valuing quarry sites through capitalisation of private parties royalties. Mining Technology 2011, 120, 241 -245.
AMA StyleD Damigos, M Menegaki. Valuing quarry sites through capitalisation of private parties royalties. Mining Technology. 2011; 120 (4):241-245.
Chicago/Turabian StyleD Damigos; M Menegaki. 2011. "Valuing quarry sites through capitalisation of private parties royalties." Mining Technology 120, no. 4: 241-245.
Aggregates constitute the biggest branch of mining by production volume and the second in value, after the sector of fossil fuels. Their close connection with the construction industry places them among the most used materials worldwide, second only to water. Despite its significance, the sector suffers from the non-systematic register of production data, resulting in weakness to study the main features affecting the sector’s structure and future capacity. The paper focuses on the aggregates production in 26 European countries. Data from available sources are gathered and combined for a 10-year period (1997–2006), as an effort to provide a clear view of the major attributes of this vital industrial sector. Through a thorough analysis, the main drivers in aggregates production are revealed and existing correlations and trends are identified. New findings are also presented, for example the significance of GDP from construction and the strong connection of aggregates production per capita with the residential building sector.
M.E. Menegaki; D.C. Kaliampakos. European aggregates production: Drivers, correlations and trends. Resources Policy 2010, 35, 235 -244.
AMA StyleM.E. Menegaki, D.C. Kaliampakos. European aggregates production: Drivers, correlations and trends. Resources Policy. 2010; 35 (3):235-244.
Chicago/Turabian StyleM.E. Menegaki; D.C. Kaliampakos. 2010. "European aggregates production: Drivers, correlations and trends." Resources Policy 35, no. 3: 235-244.
A lot of times it seems to be forgotten that sustainability does not only deal with environmental protection but also with the adequacy of raw materials for the conservation and recycling of life on the planet. In the case of aggregates the second aspect of the term is of great importance given that they are the most used materials, second only to water. Nevertheless, the extraction of aggregates in the vicinity of urban areas becomes a difficult task to accomplish, due to environmental implications and conflicts with other land uses. Both parameters call for a sound and long-term management, the first step of which should be a good establishment of future demand. The article introduces the main forecasting techniques that can be used for this purpose. It is proved that the models developed for the case of the Attica basin, Greece, can be applied in every region of the country, if adjusted to their individual characteristics, setting the boundaries of aggregates needs for a long-term period.
Maria Menegaki; Dimitris Kaliampakos. Forecasting aggregates demand: a case study in Attica, Greece. International Journal of Mining, Reclamation and Environment 2009, 23, 144 -153.
AMA StyleMaria Menegaki, Dimitris Kaliampakos. Forecasting aggregates demand: a case study in Attica, Greece. International Journal of Mining, Reclamation and Environment. 2009; 23 (2):144-153.
Chicago/Turabian StyleMaria Menegaki; Dimitris Kaliampakos. 2009. "Forecasting aggregates demand: a case study in Attica, Greece." International Journal of Mining, Reclamation and Environment 23, no. 2: 144-153.
D. Kaliampakos; A. Mavropoulos; M. Menegaki. Hazardous waste generation and management in Europe. Regional Airports 2006, 01 -31.
AMA StyleD. Kaliampakos, A. Mavropoulos, M. Menegaki. Hazardous waste generation and management in Europe. Regional Airports. 2006; ():01-31.
Chicago/Turabian StyleD. Kaliampakos; A. Mavropoulos; M. Menegaki. 2006. "Hazardous waste generation and management in Europe." Regional Airports , no. : 01-31.
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D. Kaliampakos; A. Mavropoulos; M. Menegaki. Need and potential for underground disposal–survey of underground mines in Europe. Regional Airports 2006, 33 -258.
AMA StyleD. Kaliampakos, A. Mavropoulos, M. Menegaki. Need and potential for underground disposal–survey of underground mines in Europe. Regional Airports. 2006; ():33-258.
Chicago/Turabian StyleD. Kaliampakos; A. Mavropoulos; M. Menegaki. 2006. "Need and potential for underground disposal–survey of underground mines in Europe." Regional Airports , no. : 33-258.