Mines serve an extremely important role in the extraction of natural resources on a global scale. But what’s the difference between a surface mine and an underground mine, and how does each one work? Let’s take a closer look at the anatomy of these essential operations.
How Two Brilliant Inventions Helped Renewable Energies Go Mainstream
We’re making bigger and bolder steps in the field of renewable energy every day — but there’s no way we’d be where we are now without a strong foundation of innovation.
Why Quarries Are Vital to the American Economy
We depend on quarries to provide valuable resources for extraction — but their importance extends beyond just what we take out of them.
Gold: Its Uses Throughout History
From ornate decorations to intricate circuitry, gold has seen a wide variety of uses across millennia of importance.
Eco-Friendly Cars Create as Much Air Pollution as Diesels
Recent studies suggest that electric cars produce just as much particulate pollution as their diesel counterparts.