Mining

Bio-Assisted Extraction and Site Rehabilitation

IndoGulf BioAg supports the mining industry with microbial solutions for eco-friendly metal extraction and site remediation—using bioleaching to recover metals from low-grade ores and specialized microbes to treat acid mine drainage, stabilize heavy metals, and restore soil health for land rehabilitation.

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The mining industry is discovering the advantages of biotechnology in both metal extraction and environmental management.

The mining industry is increasingly embracing biotechnology as a means to improve both resource efficiency and environmental stewardship. IndoGulf BioAg offers microbial solutions that enhance metal extraction while reducing ecological impact. One key innovation is bioleaching, which uses specialized bacteria like Acidithiobacillus to extract metals such as copper, gold, and nickel from sulfide ores. These microbes oxidize the ores, releasing metals into solution without the need for toxic chemicals or high-temperature processing. This method is especially effective for low-grade ores, transforming previously uneconomical materials into valuable output.

In addition to resource extraction, IndoGulf BioAg addresses the environmental challenges that mining operations often face. Our microbial consortia can treat acid mine drainage (AMD)—a major pollution issue—by neutralizing acidity and precipitating heavy metals through the activity of sulfate-reducing and metal-binding bacteria. We also offer microbial treatments for mine tailings and contaminated soils, including solutions that degrade cyanide and immobilize toxic metals. These interventions help protect surrounding ecosystems and make mine sites safer and more manageable for future use.

Our microbial technologies not only clean contaminated sites but also lay the foundation for long-term land restoration. By improving soil structure and promoting beneficial microbial activity, we enable vegetation to reestablish itself on degraded land. This supports faster reclamation and allows former mine sites to return to productive use—whether for agriculture, forestry, or conservation. IndoGulf BioAg’s integrated approach helps mining operations meet sustainability goals while reducing costs and environmental liabilities.

Benefits to Mining

Metal Bioleaching

Microbial processing of ores increases metal recovery rates from low-grade resources, boosting profitability while reducing dependency on energy-intensive extraction.

Modernize your mining operations with microbial innovation.

Contact IndoGulf BioAg to explore bio-assisted extraction methods and environmental solutions tailored to your mining projects.

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Bio-Assisted Extraction and Site Rehabilitation

The mining industry is discovering the advantages of biotechnology in both metal extraction and environmental management.

Benefits to Mining

Contact IndoGulf BioAg to explore bio-assisted extraction methods and environmental solutions tailored to your mining projects.

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