Mining

The Toromocho mine is one of the most significant copper projects in South America, located high in the central Andes of Peru. Its scale, ownership, and technical challenges make it a prominent example of modern open-pit mining in a high‑altitude environment. The mine combines geologic complexity, considerable reserves, and large-scale processing facilities, while intersecting with […]

The Constancia Mine is a modern example of large-scale Andean mining development. Situated in the highlands of southern Peru, this open-pit operation has become an important producer of copper and associated metals while also illustrating the complex interplay between geology, industry, local communities and national economics. The following article examines where the mine is located,

The La Arena mine is one of the notable mineral operations in northern Peru, known primarily for commercial production of gold with associated copper as a by-product. Located within the Andean foothills, the mine combines modern open-pit extraction, a conventional processing plant and ongoing exploration in surrounding concessions. This article outlines the mine’s setting and

Lagunas Norte is a prominent mining complex in northern Peru that has played a significant role in the country’s modern gold industry. Located in a region shaped by Andean geology and centuries of mineral exploitation, the operation combines large-scale excavation with sophisticated processing to extract one of the world’s most sought-after metals. This article explores

The Quellaveco project in southern Peru represents one of the most significant recent additions to the global copper supply chain. Conceived and built in the challenging Andean environment, it combines large-scale industrial engineering, complex logistics and modern social and environmental commitments. The mine has attracted international attention not only because of its size and anticipated

The silver mines around Potosí have left an indelible mark on global history. Located high in the Andes, the mines once fed an empire and reshaped world commerce, society, and the environment. This article explores where they are, what was and is extracted there, their economic importance over centuries, and a number of compelling and

The vast mineral complex known as El Mutún sits at the center of conversations about Bolivia’s economic future. This article explores where the deposit is located, what is extracted there, its economic significance, and a number of intriguing technical, social and geopolitical aspects that make El Mutún noteworthy. Through geology, history, industry and local perspectives,

The San Cristóbal Mine sits high on the Andean plateau, a major source of mineral wealth for southwestern Bolivia and an important node in global supply chains for silver, zinc and lead. Its presence has reshaped local economies, generated heated debates about environmental stewardship, and illustrated how modern mining techniques can transform a remote mountain

The Corocoro mine, set high on the Andean Altiplano, is one of Bolivia’s notable metal-producing localities. Known primarily for its copper-bearing ores, Corocoro has played roles in regional development, local employment and the broader mining history of the country. This article reviews the mine’s location, geological character, production and economic significance, environmental and social context,

The Huanuni mine stands among the best-known mining centers in the high plateau of the Andes. Located in western Bolivia, it has shaped local life, regional industry and national mining policy for more than a century. This article examines the mine’s setting, the minerals produced, its economic role and a number of noteworthy aspects of