Tag: Resource extraction
Copper Demand: Pollution and Rights Abuses Concerns
So, like, the world is all about this energy transition thing, right? And apparently, to make electric vehicles, wind turbines, and solar panels, we need a ton of copper. And get this, the global...
ExxonMobil’s Dominance in Guyana: Impact on Local Communities
So, like, there's this whole thing going on in Georgetown, Guyana, where heavy trucks are hauling stuff for huge construction projects, making the city sound like a noisy construction site. They're building a new...
Trump’s Executive Order Promotes Deep Sea Mining in US and International Waters
The year was 2013, and a company called UK Seabed Resources decided to dive deep into the ocean for some mining action. They brought in marine biologist Diva Amon and her crew from the...
Trump Supports Deep-Sea Mining, Risking Global Conflict
So, like, President Donald Trump made some move on Thursday that could be a game-changer for this Canadian company trying to be the first to mine minerals from the ocean floor. They've been wanting...
Challenges Facing South Africa’s G20 Mineral Processing Push
South Africa's G20 Mineral Processing Push: Overcoming Hurdles to Local Resource BenefitSouth Africa holds a pivotal leadership role as the chair of the Group of 20 (G20) nations this year, aiming to rally support...