Advancing integrated and intelligent solutions for resource-energy-environment systems

Authors

  • Dan Ma* Key Laboratory of Deep Coal Resource Mining of Ministry of Education, School of Mines, China University of Mining and Technology, Xuzhou 221116, China (Email: dan.ma@cumt.edu.cn)
  • Jiangyu Wu* State Key Laboratory of Intelligent Construction and Healthy Operation and Maintenance of Deep Earth Engineering, China University of Mining and Technology, Xuzhou 221116, China (Email: wujiangyu@cumt.edu.cn)
  • Xin Cai School of Resources and Safety Engineering, Central South University, Changsha 410083, China

Abstract

Global energy transition and urbanization are driving unprecedented demand for mineral resources in terms of both scale and speed. However, conventional resource extraction models and linear economic paradigms remain major contributors to global greenhouse gas emissions, biodiversity loss, and environmental degradation. Addressing this contradiction requires a fundamental shift toward a new paradigm for Earth resource development centered on systemic, circular, and intelligent principles. In this context, Sustainable Earth Resources Communications is launched as a high-level platform for global academia and industry, focusing on three interconnected pillars: green mineral extraction, circular utilization of mine solid waste, and repurposing of mine geothermal resources. The journal aims to advance the integration of Earth sciences, engineering, and sustainable development goals while providing scientific support for a global low-carbon future.

Document Type: Editorial

Cited as: Ma, D., Wu, J., Cai, X. Advancing integrated and intelligent solutions for resource-energy-environment systems. Sustainable Earth Resources Communications, 2025, 1(1): 1-3. https://doi.org/10.46690/serc.2025.01.01

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Keywords:

Resource mining; mine waste recycling; geothermal energy development; sustainable engineering

References

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Published

2025-08-24

How to Cite

Ma*, D., Wu*, J., & Xin Cai. (2025). Advancing integrated and intelligent solutions for resource-energy-environment systems. Sustainable Earth Resources Communications, 1(1), 1–3. Retrieved from https://serc.yandypress.com/index.php/3104-977X/article/view/114

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Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

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