SMRTR Science & EngineeringOct 1, 2024Hacker News

Is the world really running out of sand?

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Global sand demand is increasing, driven largely by concrete production for construction. While not running out, sand extraction faces rising costs and environmental concerns. Manufactured sand from crushed rock and recycled concrete are emerging alternatives to natural river and desert sands.

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