Author: florencia3561
Net-zero paradox means we’re mining for sustainability
The transition into a greener method of energy generation inevitably requires greater mining activity. Can we accept this sustainability paradox? London, UK, 28 May 2021, ZEXPRWIRE, The idea of mining further raw materials in order to be more eco-friendly seems counter-intuitive. Surely digging up technology metals will lead to more waste? But scientists suggest that increasing mining activity could be the best way to reach the UK government’s target of net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2050. When it comes to sustainability, we’re at a crucial crossroads. We all know that fossil fuels are running out at an astonishing rate. ... Read more