28/09/2022
The unfortunate reality of the mining industry is that it leaves behind long lasting and widespread soil, air and water pollution. In an industry built around the extraction of non-renewable resources, it begs the question, is sustainability hypocritical green-washing? Or can their green initiatives truly bring about change?
The mining industry accounts for over 10% of all greenhouse gas emissions worldwide. Its processes leave behind severe environmental degradation, contaminated water beds and loss of plant and animal life. The world is in dire need of change. Mining companies are being forced to look for greener alte...