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Permafrost researchers analyse the drivers of rapidly changing Arctic coasts and the implications for humans and environment

Permafrost researchers analyse the drivers of rapidly changing Arctic coasts and the implications for humans and environment

In depth on CTVNews.ca: Sand is one of the most depleted natural resources in the world and its rising demand is raising concerns amongst researchers and climate scientists.

Growth in illegal sand mining threatens weak lakes and rivers Environmental researchers have warned that post-pandemic growth in infrastructure spending is causing illegal sand mining to damage some of the world’s most vulnerable lakes and rivers. Sand, mixed with cement to make concrete, is the most widely consumed material on Earth, apart from water. In countries like this there is a small threat of the virus as well China sparks renewed construction activity. They fear that gangs of criminals who play a leading role in the industry will dredge even more sand from delicate ecosystems. “...