KnE Social Sciences

Published date: Sep 16 2025

Journal Title: KnE Social Sciences

Issue title: The Mercu Buana Ecobiz Energy International Conference: Sustainability and ESG Reporting in the Energy Sector

Pages: 103 - 112

DOI: 10.18502/kss.v10i21.19696

Arisandi Dwihartoarisandi.eap@gmail.comFaculty of Economic and Business Management, Universitas Mercu Buana, Jakarta

Djumarno DjumarnoFaculty of Economic and Business Management, Universitas Mercu Buana, Jakarta

Setyo RiyantoFaculty of Economic and Business Management, Universitas Mercu Buana, Jakarta

Dudi PermanaFaculty of Economic and Business Management, Universitas Mercu Buana, Jakarta

Indonesia has a long history of mining. While this has contributed to the global mining industry, it has also led to environmental problems from illegal mining operations. These operations have negatively impacted both the local population and the surrounding environment. This research aims to explore a sustainable solution: re-mining abandoned mine sites and processing the extracted minerals (like silica) into valuable products for green energy. This approach can create economic opportunities and help restore the environment. This study reviews existing research on land restoration and silica processing. It focuses on ways to repurpose former mining areas while also extracting and refining valuable materials like silica for use in green technologies. Restoring degraded mining land requires careful planning and technical solutions. Scientists can improve soil quality and create suitable conditions for new plant growth. Silica, a common by-product of mining, has many potential applications in green energy products. This research proposes a sustainable business model to utilize silica for solar panels, batteries, and other green technologies. Re-mining abandoned mine sites and processing the minerals can be a sustainable way to manage post-mining areas. This approach can benefit both the environment and the economy by creating jobs and producing valuable materials for green energy.

Keywords: post-mining management, sustainability, green energy

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