Raw materials for the future
The "big six" are the most important raw materials of the future: geologist Colin Devey is traveling through the desert country of Jordan. Here he finds urgently needed raw materials for a climate-neutral world of tomorrow. Whether wind turbines or electric cars, the more CO2 is to be saved, the more metals are needed for green technologies. The Stone Age ended with the discovery of copper in the Middle East. A new chapter begins for mankind, one that is still characterized by metals today. Copper is a kind of "Holy Grail" for the electrification of our everyday lives. Chile is home to the largest known copper deposits. They are the result of a continental collision.
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The small desert country of Jordan is home to important raw materials, especially metals, which are crucial for the climate-friendly transformation. South Africa and Namibia also contain valuable treasures such as gold, platinum and cobalt in their depths. Geologist Colin Devey visits legal and illegal mines that have one thing in common: the increasing demand for these metals.
South Africa and Namibia hide valuable treasures underground. Geologist Colin Devey sets off on a journey to the numerous mines. From the deepest gold mine to the largest platinum mine, in urban mines or with illegal miners - South Africa and Namibia are characterized by mining. In the future, humanity will need this ancient industry more than ever.
