Session: Economics of Corrosion: Associated Direct and Indirect Costs
Strategic Corrosion Management for Cost-Effective Seawater Use in Copper Mining Operations (C2026-00161)
Thursday, March 19, 2026
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM Central
Location: 370 AB
Earn .5 PDH
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As freshwater resources become increasingly scarce, copper mining operations are turning to seawater as a sustainable alternative for mineral processing. While this transition supports long-term environmental goals, it also introduces corrosion-related challenges that can escalate operational costs if not properly managed. This paper outlines an approach to corrosion mitigation that prioritizes proactive asset management, enabling mining companies to maintain operational reliability while gaining an economic advantage. By prioritizing structured maintenance and inspection programs, mining companies can reduce unplanned downtime, extend asset service life, and minimize the financial impact of corrosion-related failures. This approach enables organizations to control costs, improve asset reliability, and support more sustainable use of seawater in copper processing facilities.
