GROUNDWATER

Nearly two-thirds of mines in water risk areas

ICMM data shows startling global picture

Water treatment facility

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The International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM) has released data showing that nearly two-thirds of mining and metals facilities worldwide are in areas facing significant water risk. ICMM found...

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