4,642 vertebrate species globally face risk from mineral extraction, particularly in biodiversity hotspots, and researchers suggest reducing pollution.
New research reveals 4,642 vertebrate species globally are at risk due to mineral extraction activities like mining and drilling, particularly in biodiversity hotspots where vital components for clean energy technologies, such as lithium and cobalt, are mined. To reduce the associated biodiversity loss, researchers propose that governments and the mining industry should focus on minimizing pollution.
July 26, 2024
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