Beyond Water: Sustainable Dust Control for Mining Roads
Mines around the world face the same challenge: dust from haul roads drives up water consumption, fuel use, and maintenance—while impacting safety and community relations.
In this short, practical session, Borregaard and our South African partner Road Material Stabilisers share how mines are moving beyond water to a proven, bio-based alternative.
Event details:
Live, 20 minutes + short Q&A
Date: December 9, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM (Central European Time/Oslo)
Format: Virtual webinar
What you’ll learn
Why haul-road dust is a global cost, safety, and ESG issue
The hidden cost of water: re-application, labour, fuel, and scarcity
How lignosulfonate binders work—and where they outperform watering
Results seen in the field (dust reduction, ~50% less water, lower operating costs)*
How to evaluate a pilot and roll out at your site
*Based on documented trials in South Africa; results vary by site.
Who should attend
Mine Operations Managers and Haul-Road Supervisors
Environmental / Sustainability Managers
Health & Safety Managers
Contractors providing dust suppression and road maintenance