Which ore mining emits the most greenhouse gases?

TBS Report

10 September, 2026, 03:40 pm

Last modified: 10 September, 2026, 03:50 pm

Which ore mining emits the most greenhouse gases?

TBS Report

10 September, 2026, 03:40 pm

Last modified: 10 September, 2026, 03:50 pm

Illustration: Ashrafun Naher Ananna/TBS Creative

Illustration: Ashrafun Naher Ananna/TBS Creative

Mining is essential for producing the raw materials used across agriculture, industry, energy and infrastructure. Potash is primarily used as a fertiliser to improve crop growth, increase yields and strengthen plants' resistance to drought, disease and other environmental stresses.

Note: tCO₂e denotes tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent

Source: Visual Capitalist via Natural Resources Canada & USGS

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