The metallurgical industry is crucial for the global economy; at the same time, it is a source of environmental risks. Environmental safety in metallurgy plays a critical role in terms of balancing industrial development and environmental protection. The article considers the concept of environmental safety in metallurgy, the importance of environmental risk assessment, and methods applied to environmental risk assessment.
Various methods of environmental risk assessment in the metallurgical industry, including environmental audit, risk assessment, use of environmental indices, comparison with environmental standards, and simulation have been reviewed. Special attention has been paid to the need to consider economic, social, and environmental criteria for the environmental safety assessment.
The proposed method of environmental safety assessment in the metallurgical industry includes environmental, economic, and social criteria to ensure a comprehensive evaluation. The method classifies the importance of various criteria and calculates the integral index to determine the environmental safety level for an enterprise. Such a comprehensive approach allows for a more precise assessment of environmental risks and helps to prioritize measures of environmental protection.
The criticality of the adoption of a comprehensive approach to the environmental safety assessment in the metallurgical industry has been highlighted. Considering various environmental, economic, and social factors, companies can improve their environmental risk management and achievement of sustainable development goals. The proposed method of environmental safety assessment can be used as a valuable tool to monitor the environmental impact and make reasonable decisions regarding environmental protection.
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