A study, published in Science, has provided new insights into the extensive impact of metal mining contamination on rivers and floodplains across the world, with an estimated 23 million people believed to be affected by potentially dangerous concentrations of toxic waste.
," said Professor Mark Macklin, who led the multi-disciplinary, international team behind the research:of historical and present mining and, most importantly, help to minimize the impacts of future mining development on communities, while also protecting food and water security."
According to the findings, approximately 23.48 million people reside on these affected floodplains, supporting 5.72 million livestock and encompassing over 65,000 square kilometers of irrigated land. Due to a lack of available data for several countries, the team behind the study believe these numbers to be a conservative estimate.
This poses an additional hazard to the health of urban and rural communities in low-income countries and communities dependent on these rivers and floodplains, especially in regions already burdened with water-related diseases.
Österreich Neuesten Nachrichten, Österreich Schlagzeilen
Similar News:Sie können auch ähnliche Nachrichten wie diese lesen, die wir aus anderen Nachrichtenquellen gesammelt haben.
Deputy Laboratory Director for Academic Affairs - Shenzhen, Guangdong, China job with Shenzhen Bay LaboratoryThrough building a collaborative science and innovation community in the Greater Bay Area, SZBL strives to become the new global hub for life science.
Weiterlesen »
Bill Nye to Give Keynote Speech at Emerson Collective’s Inaugural Climate Science FairThe social change organization, led by Laurene Powell Jobs, will host the four-day fair along Manhattan's High Line from Sept. 20-23.
Weiterlesen »
This New “Science-Backed” Contour Hack Is Taking Over TikTokGirls in STEM.
Weiterlesen »
Climate science fair showcasing real solutions for sustainable future on NYC High LineAs world leaders gather Wednesday for the U.N. Climate Ambition Summit, entrepreneurs will present new ideas for a sustainable future on the High Line.
Weiterlesen »