Implementation of energy sustainability concepts during the comminution process of the Punta Gorda nickel ore plant (Cuba)

This paper presents an analysis of the potential benefits of implementing energy sustainability concepts during comminution processes. The work is based on the classical comminution theory and on the theoretical postulates of the multi-component grinding. The assessment of the Punta Gorda grinding plant is presented as a case study. It applies factorial method from the Energy Management System perspective.