Phase Change Material (PCM) Mine Backfill Model
Underwrite automated paste backfill mills blending micro-encapsulated paraffin phase change material (PCM) beads into cemented rock tailings backfill (absorbing 200 kJ/kg of geothermal heat to permanently stabilize underground stope rock temperatures below 28°C). Model mine safety material sales ($85/tonne paste), and 15-yr IRR.
1. Capacity & Unit Economics
2. Financial Returns & Yield
200 kJ/kg PASSIVE GEOTHERMAL HEAT SINKAnnual Net EBITDA
$0 / yr
15-Yr Project IRR
0.0%
Gross Revenue
$0 / yr
Total CapEx
$0
Annual OpEx
$0 / yr