Effective conservation planning requires a thorough understanding of the interaction between biodiversity and human activities. By creating more accurate biodiversity maps through species distribution data, citizen science contributions, expert elicitation, and machine learning models, we aim to inform mine planning processes that balance development needs with conservation priorities. This research will elucidate the spatial relationships between biodiversity and mining activities, providing critical data to mitigate environmental impacts and promote positive outcomes for ecosystems, species, and sustainable development.