“Today, around 70% of the mines operated by large mining companies are situated in countries where water is considered scarce, and water-stress hot spots are expected to worsen in the coming decades. 

According to a 2020 report by McKinsey & Co, in Chile, the world’s primary copper producer, 80% of production is already located in extremely water-stressed areas. 

By 2040, it will be 100%. The way in which mines manage their water can also impact their relationship with stakeholders, particularly in areas where industrial and societal needs go head-to-head for access to this precious resource.”

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