Minerals & Environment

Through Hughes Craven’s extensive experience, we can help in the exploration and development of a variety of mineral resources. The need to operate sites efficiently and in an environmentally sound manner is increasingly important, and we can help ensure that your site’s design and restoration requirements are met in the most practical way.

Geology and Site Investigations

Geology and Site Investigations

Hughes Craven has its roots in the minerals sector and provides a range of services covering the exploration, assessment, and development of mineral resources.

Environmental Impact Assessment

Environmental Impact Assessment

Many larger projects require Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and we can help at all stages of the process, including the preparation of full EIAs.

Site Design and Restoration

Site Design and Restoration

From new greenfield sites through to historic quarries, we can design working and restoration schemes to ensure their efficient operation and most beneficial end use.

Mineral Resource Assessments

Mineral Resource Assessments

Mineral safeguarding is the process used in the planning system to ensure that potential mineral resources are protected from sterilisation.