Cobalt mining

Cobalt mining involves extracting cobalt, a key metal used in batteries, electronics, and various industrial applications. Most of the world's cobalt is mined in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), where mining often raises concerns about human rights, environmental impacts, and labor conditions. Cobalt is usually a byproduct of copper and nickel mining. As demand for electric vehicles and renewable energy storage grows, the importance of ethically sourced cobalt and sustainable mining practices is becoming increasingly critical to ensure both technological advancement and social responsibility.