There are a number of ways to reduce the environmental impacts of mining. Consider the list here: All BUT ONE is a minimize the negative consequences of mining.
A) Using recycled materials instead of mined materials.
B) Substitution of other materials and processes with more environmentally friendly materials and processes.
C) Reduction of the consumer goods used or the content of minerals in manufactured processes could be reduced.
D) Companies and governments can be held accountable for abandoned sites and be required to carry out an environmental cleanup.