In 2013 one task of the Mineral sector of Mongolia involves remediation of damaged places due to mining operations. The remediation is expected to begin soon. Mining companies will be in charge of remediation for the damaged areas.

The Government is considering if it should be in charge of the remediation for affected area by gold diggers and former Soviet military bases, investing from the state budget.

Currently it is estimated that over 4000 hectares across 350 points in 15 aimags have been affected by gold diggers and mining activities. The estimation was made as a result of many surveys.

A mine or mining related company is obliged to carry out protection and rehabilitation to the surrounding nature during mining activities. If the mining company fails to carry out the protect and remediation the Ministry for Mining will cancel its exploration license and suspend operation or sue in Court.

There are numerous cases where mining companies have left the area affected and damaged without carrying out remediation.  In such circumstance herders and local residents suffer in the affected area.