22 DECEMBER 2024 WorldWide Drilling Resource® Mining is the Backbone of the Economy Adapted from Information by the National Mining Association The significance of mining in the U.S. cannot be overstated, as it provides numerous direct and indirect jobs and is a major contributor to the economy. Mining is the backbone of the nation, powering infrastructures and supporting local communities through significant tax revenues. It is crucial to maintain a strong domestic mining industry for future generations. Unfortunately, even though mining is essential to our daily lives, it is easy for many to overlook, or misunderstand, the significant and irreplaceable role mining plays. Mining supplies the metals and minerals necessary for constructing and powering our country’s infrastructure, including steel, copper, and zinc for roads, railroads, bridges, and airports. Just how widespread are these materials? j Each American will use around 40,000 pounds of newly mined minerals per year to sustain their lifestyle. j The U.S. national highway system comprises approximately four million miles of road, with six billion tons of steel used in its construction. j An average American home contains 439 pounds of copper. j Compared to conventional gas-powered vehicles, electric vehicles require six times the amount of minerals to build. j The Department of Defense relies on 750,000 tons of minerals every year to create technologies and gear to protect our troops. The National Mining Association remains committed in working together with Congress, private industries, and thought leaders (a person or organization that is recognized as an authority in a specific field), to support the mining industry, which is critical to a healthy economy as well as unleash the full array of benefits that domestic mining provides. Editor’s Note: In between our print issues, the WWDR Team prepares an electronic newsletter called E-News Flash by WorldWide by WorldWide Drilling Resource®. This newsletter is filled with articles not included in our print issue. Based on readership, this was the most popular article of the month. Get in on the action and subscribe today at: worldwidedrillingresource.com MIN
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