Escondida

Escondida is the world’s largest copper mine, located in the Atacama Desert of northern Chile. It is an open-pit mine, meaning it extracts copper ore from the surface rather than underground. The mine produces a significant portion of the world's copper, which is essential for electrical wiring, plumbing, and electronics. Operated by a major international company, Escondida’s operations involve extracting, crushing, and processing ore to obtain copper concentrates. Its large scale and high-grade ore make it a crucial resource for global copper supply, contributing to the development of various industries and technological advancements.