Environmental & Social Impacts of Hard Rock Mining

Hard rock mining to produce the metals and rare earth elements necessary for the manufacturing of wind energy, solar energy, electric vehicles and storage batteries can have significant environmental impacts and risks, including:
1. Habitat destruction: Mining can result in the destruction of wildlife habitats, and the fragmentation of ecosystems, which can lead to declines in biodiversity.
2. Water pollution: Hard rock mining can contaminate water resources with heavy metals and other toxic substances, posing a risk to both human health and the environment.
3. Soil erosion: Mining can result in soil erosion and land degradation, which can lead to downstream flooding and other environmental impacts.
4. Air pollution: The release of dust and other particulate matter during mining can have negative impacts on air quality and public health.
5. Greenhouse gas emissions: Mining and processing of minerals and metals can result in the release of greenhouse gases, contributing to climate change.
6. Waste management: The production of minerals and metals generates large amounts of waste, including tailings, which can pose a risk to the environment if not properly managed.
7. Social impacts: Mining can displace local communities and disrupt traditional ways of life and can also lead to social and economic inequality.
8. Health risks: Workers involved in mining and processing operations may be exposed to hazardous chemicals and materials, posing risks to their health and safety.
9. Child Slavery: Dangerous risks associated with child slavery in cobalt mining It is widely known that these children are not secure and lack adequate protection as well as support and care from both the family and government. Mining in such an exposed and dangerous environment without any form of protection calls for immediate action.
https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2023/02/01/1152893248/red-cobalt-congo-drc-mining-siddharth-kara
In order to minimize these impacts and risks, it is important to implement best practices in mining and mineral processing, and to prioritize the development of sustainable and environmentally responsible practices in the industry.

https://www.nwf.org/Our-Work/Waters/Hardrock-Mining

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