ISR Uranium and Copper
The in-situ recovery (ISR) industry is unique in that a specific combination of expertise in fluid flow, petroleum engineering, and hydrology is needed for the diverse nature of the operations. We are knowledgeable regarding all federal and state regulatory requirements related to groundwater flow at ISR projects. Petrotek currently provides consulting services to all of the major uranium operators in the U.S. with production or production visibility, as well as a number of companies in the advanced and junior exploration stages. Petrotek staff have also provided technical support related to uranium ISR and mining reclamation projects across the globe, including locations in Australia, Canada, Kazakhstan, Paraguay, South Africa, and Turkey.
Our experience with ISR operators and the services we provide includes:
- Feasibility studies
- Geology and hydrogeology support for preparation of mining permits (State) and applications for Radioactive Materials Licenses (Nuclear Regulatory Commission)
- Aquifer characterization and assessments
- Aquifer exemption applications and regulatory support
- Fate and transport modeling (analytical and numerical) related to wellfield development and restoration demonstrations
- Geochemical evaluations and modeling (with assistance from consulting associates)
- Hydrogeologic support for NI-43-101 process (PEA/PFS)
- Expert testimony
- Wastewater management via Class I disposal wells
