Interview to Anthony Bebbington: Mining in a green economy context

In this interview, Dr. Bebbington covers the issue of extractive industries in mountain regions. He indicates that greener economy of the foreseeable future will inevitably involve the circulation and use of the products of extraction.

He mentions some ways to regulate extraction such that its adverse environmental impacts and risks are reduced, and its contributions to reduce inequality and inequity. He also mentions some the critical issues of mining activities in mountain areas, indicating that the main issue is water vulnerability.