Tailings Management
Responsible management of tailings is essential for protecting both the environment and human health. In response to several high-profile tailings dam failures, the mining industry continues to research and develop tailings and waste management solutions and practical tools to achieve the safe and secure management of mine tailings facilities. B2Gold’s Tailings Management Standard outlines the Company’s practice on tailings construction, management, and monitoring in alignment with industry practices. Our global Tailings Management Procedure is aligned with the MAC’s Guide to the Management of Tailings Facilities (Guide) and TSM’s Tailings Management Protocol. B2Gold is committed to actively reviewing and incorporating additional best practices.
“Responsible storage, handling, and disposal of mineral, non-mineral, and hazardous waste are central components of sound environmental management.”
Ken Jones, Director of Sustainability, B2Gold Corp.
2023 Performance Highlights
- Zero significant incidents relating to our TSFs
- Generated 21.15 million tonnes of tailings in 2023, compared with 20.72 million tonnes of tailings in 2022
- TSF inspections and reviews conducted as scheduled; revealed no significant stability deficiencies
