As the world's demand for raw materials surges due to digitalization and decarbonization, a critical knowledge gap in mining's environmental and social impacts has emerged. Despite an abundance of data, mining operations remain under-measured, even within the European Union. To address this issue, the MINE-THE-GAP project, led by researcher Victor Maus, aims to create scalable and reliable mining indicators using advanced satellite data and artificial intelligence (AI). The project, funded through the EU's Horizon Europe Programme, will provide mine-level indicators on land use, waste generation, and extracted minerals that are timely, locally relevant, and globally consistent. By integrating high-precision satellite data with cutting-edge AI models, MINE-THE-GAP seeks to bridge this gap and provide tools for effective monitoring and transparency. The project's outcomes will contribute to enforcing European supply chain transparency laws and advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
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