For thousands of years, the basic function of mining has been the removal of metals and minerals from the ground. Over the last few decades the scale of mine sites, the technology used and the solutions utilized have changed dramatically. This change has contributed to the growth and progression of mining operations; increasing productivity and … Read more
Mining provides materials for many industrial sectors (transportation, construction, equipment manufacturing, etc.) that are vital to sustaining human well-being and the functioning of the global economy. However, mining has numerous social and environmental impacts. This makes improving the sustainability performance of mining an important objective. The following are some ways mining affects social, environmental and … Read more
Almost every commercial product contains elements that were once buried beneath the earth. This makes mining a big business. The speculative nature and geological uncertainty of mineral deposits means that investment in junior mining offers the potential of huge return. It also carries huge risks. The following is some information to be aware of before … Read more
The industrial activity of mining removes substances (lithium, uranium, gold, copper, etc.) from the earth’s crust for the purpose of processing it for human use. We use these resources in our daily lives in everything from toothpaste to buildings to computers to cars. The process of removal is undertaken by both junior and major mining … Read more
