Ecological-health risks and priority control factors in acid mine drainage-impacted mining regions: A lifecycle assessment from a source-oriented perspective

Key Points

• Ecological risks were significantly impacted by acid mine drainage, highlighting urgent control measures needed.
• Prioritization of control factors is essential for mitigating ecological health risks in affected mining regions.
• Lifecycle assessment reveals critical insights into the ecological consequences of acid mine drainage across various stages.
• The implications of uncontrolled acid mine drainage could lead to enduring ecological and health problems, necessitating immediate action.