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20 sie 2021 · Here, we review the interconnections between the impacts of aggregate mining and the services they provide. We show that the conflicting impacts on the environment and humankind disrupt the net positive effects of aggregate mining on sustainable development.
Sand extraction has a number of negative impacts related to: Biodiversity. Water turbidity. Water table levels. Storm defense. Rising sea levels. Landscapes. Air pollution through car-bon dioxide emissions from transportation.
17 gru 2020 · The World Bank-funded $65.6 million Zambia Mining and Environmental Remediation and Improvement Project (ZMERIP), aims to reduce environmental health risks in critically polluted mining areas. The project specifically targets the communities living in Chingola, Kabwe, Kitwe and Mufulira municipalities, including lead exposure in Kabwe municipality.
3 dni temu · Governance, stability and a favorable business environment are key. The Country Climate Development Report (CCDR) for Guinea-Bissau presents a strategic framework for aligning development goals with climate change objectives. This alignment is crucial for fostering positive sectoral transformations and mitigating the negative effects of climate ...
1 cze 2024 · This article explores significant environmental impacts within the quarrying sector, from a lifecycle perspective. Quarries, where mechanical extraction and processing for rock products (including aggregates and ornamental stone) occur, are integral for infrastructure projects worldwide.
10 wrz 2022 · A quantitative assessment in the Mekong river by Hackney et al. (2020) showed that excessive sand mining induces river bed lowering, which can readily lead to river bank instability and increase the likelihood of a dangerous river bank collapse.
17 wrz 2019 · Some negative effects revealed were, land degradation and loss of top soil; pollution and vibration; and development of Cracks in Buildings. Despite the negative effects, the positive outcomes seem to outweigh the negatives owing to the extenuation measures implemented by the companies.
