The environmental impacts of copper mining can’t be overlooked, as it is one of the most consumed metals globally. it happens to be the third […]
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8 Environmental Impacts of Diamond Mining
Do you research the origins and mining practices of the gemstones in the jewelry you plan to buy? They can only be retrieved through mining, […]
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Top 5 Environmental Impacts of Aluminum
There are many concerns about non-renewable resources and their impacts on the environment. As we look at the environmental impacts of aluminum, one may ask, […]
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11 Environmental Impacts of Oil Extraction
Our wildlands and communities are seriously impacted by oil exploitation. Drilling operations are ongoing and cause pollution, contribute to climate change, disturb wildlife, and harm […]
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8 Environmental Impacts of Open-Pit Mining
Open-pit mining which is also known as open-cast or open-cut mining and in larger contexts known as mega-mining is a surface mining technique of extracting […]
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Top 5 Environmental Impacts of Strip Mining
Surface mining is a type of mining in which the soil and rock that are on top of the mineral deposit are removed. In contrast […]
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