Sep 21, 2023 · But to house those people, industrial sand mining or aggregate extraction – where sand and gravel are removed from river beds, lakes, the oceans and beaches for use in …

Jan 30, 2025 · The mining and metals industry hasn’t traditionally been recognized as innovative. The industry’s technological innovation has been marginal, process-oriented, usually …

Jul 21, 2022 · To compound these concerns about the risks of deep-sea mining, a recent study has revealed just how little experts know about the parts of the planet already leased for …

Jun 7, 2024 · The use of fossil fuels contributes to greenhouse gas emissions and climate change. Additionally, the extraction and processing of raw materials required for glass …

Aug 23, 2022 · Groundwater is water that has found its way down from the Earth’s surface into the cracks and spaces in soil, sand and rock. It is a critical source of drinking water and a key …

Mar 24, 2022 · So it is vital that all the world’s surviving free-flowing rivers should be protected from dams, levees and sand mining, and that, where possible, managed river flows mimic …

Feb 26, 2025 · By incorporating green design principles, restoring damaged ecosystems, and investing in nature-based solutions, ports can act as stewards of economic and environmental …

Dec 14, 2021 · Silicon links up with oxygen to form the most common minerals on Earth. For example, in most places, sand primarily consists of silica (silicon dioxide) usually in the form of …

Nov 22, 2024 · Investment across the value chain of critical minerals is essential for achieving responsible resource use. As demand for these resources grows, prioritizing ethical mining …

Mar 20, 2019 · As mining companies try to limit risk, novel financing and production models will become more common. After demand from China triggered a commodity boom in the first …