Blasting Solutions
Nitrate Risk Reduction Consulting Service
A structured consulting service to reduce nitrate risk and improve environmental performance
Deploy Orica’s proven framework with expert teams, on-site audits and tailored solutions.
Deploy Orica’s proven framework with expert teams, on-site audits and tailored solutions.
Orica’s Nitrate Risk Reduction Consulting Service is a structured program that helps mining operations reduce nitrate leaching into surrounding water systems. Delivered by Orica’s technical experts, this service applies a proven framework through on-site engagement, detailed audits and tailored implementation plans. We work with your team to identify nitrate sources, improve blasting practices and integrate the right products and technologies. The result is measurable reductions in environmental risk while maintaining productivity. This consulting approach builds internal capability, supports regulatory compliance and delivers sustainable, long-term performance improvements.
Product benefits
Product benefits
Improve safety
Sustainability and Reduced Footprint
Social license to operate
Operational efficiency and performance
Blast quality and performance
Total cost of ownership
Features and benefits
Features and benefits
- Structured three-step framework
Engage, audit and implement solutions using a proven methodology - On-site technical consulting
Orica experts work directly with your team on bench - Detailed nitrate source identification
Pinpoint pathways of nitrate loss across blasting operations - Tailored implementation plans
Site-specific recommendations combining products, processes and training - Integrated Orica ecosystem
Leverage explosives, digital tools and technical services together - Measurable environmental outcomes
Track nitrate reduction, compliance improvements and water quality gains
Industries
Industries
Iron ore
Surface coal
Surface metal
Underground mining
Hole conditions
Hole conditions
Wet
Dewatered
Case study
Orica and De Beers achieve 78.85% nitrate reduction at Gahcho Kué
Further insights
Further insights
What is nitrate risk and why is it important to manage?
Nitrate risk refers to the potential for nitrate compounds from bulk explosives to leach into surrounding water systems. Managing this risk is essential for environmental compliance, protecting ecosystems and maintaining a site’s social license to operate.
How does Orica’s Nitrate Risk Reduction framework work?
The framework follows a simple three-step process: engage the site team, conduct a detailed audit of blasting operations, and implement tailored solutions using products, training and best practices.
Will implementing nitrate reduction affect productivity?
The framework is designed to maintain productivity on bench. It focuses on improving efficiency while reducing environmental impact.
What products support nitrate reduction?
Orica offers specially formulated emulsions such as Fortis™ Protect and Fortan™ Protect, which are designed to reduce nitrate leaching in wet conditions. These are supported by modified delivery systems and technical services.
Is this solution suitable for all mine types?
Yes. The Nitrate Risk Reduction framework has been created for use across surface coal, metal, quarrying and iron ore operations, and can be tailored to suit different geology, water conditions and operational goals.
How does this support sustainability goals?
By reducing nitrate emissions and protecting water systems, the framework helps sites meet environmental license conditions, support biodiversity and align with broader ESG commitments.
Our industry solutions
Solution
Nitrate risk reduction in quarrying
Solution
Nitrate risk reduction for surface coal mining
Solution
Nitrate risk reduction for surface metal mining
Contact us
Contact us
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