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Tag: Mining

Square ChatGPT graphic of green recycling symbol, 1% in black in centre, turquoise wash behind; faded duplicate panels L & R to make landscape.
November 25, 2025 Jim McClelland

Why is it still so hard to recycle rare earth metals?

Guest Blog by Jane Marsh: Why recycling of rare earth metals is so underdeveloped that we are all throwing away the future, on a daily basis.

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Aerial view of artist Alicja Patanowska on hands and knees installing 1992 small blue tiles on ground, plus 1 of 8 copper-coloured ones visible.
September 17, 2025 Jim McClelland

Artist uses waste to show impact of copper mining

News: Art installation composed of 2,000 hand-thrown ceramic tiles, incorporating industrial waste, explores consequences of copper mining.

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Close-up of lithium-ion battery pack module, revealing grid of upright chrome-coloured cylinder-shaped batteries, sat within blue and orange casing.
September 18, 2024 Jim McClelland

Human rights risks in world battery supply chain

News: Up to 75% of global lithium-ion battery supply chain is at risk of exposure to human rights abuses, such as forced and child labour.

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Flow chart diagram illustrating route taken by Snow Lake lithium from rock to road.
February 16, 2022 Jim McClelland

All-electric lithium to power North America EV drive

News: World’s first all-electric lithium mine planned for Manitoba, Canada, to meet market demand for battery-powered EVs in North America.

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