From the houses and the way we live in them to the roads we travel on to the way we use modern communication devices to talk to each other, minerals have a significant impact on our daily lives. Yet we give very little thought as to where these minerals come from and how they are obtained.
Our annual National Minerals Week is an opportunity to raise awareness of the crucial role minerals play in shaping our built and natural environment whilst also appreciating those in the mineral products sector.
Find out more about how minerals keep us moving
Find out more about how minerals keep us working
Find out more about how minerals keep us comfortable.
We have started a collection of fast mineral facts designed to give you a greater understanding of where certain minerals are found and where they are used.
Find out more about the minerals themselves.
For more than 100 years the Institute of Quarrying has been supporting people working in the mineral products industry. We are the only professional body with the history, knowledge and international experience to advise both individuals and businesses about the skills, training and personal development needs required to build successful industry careers.
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