Abstract:

Abundant mineral resources could promote regional economic growth. However irrational exploitation of mineral resources may bring about various environmental, economic, social problems. This paper analyzes the adverse effects of the exploitation of mineral resources on environment, economy and society, with some practical examples of China’s western regions, and makes suggestions on how to escape the detrimental impacts. The solutions that are given include achieving sustainable development, promoting green mining, considering the benefits of the majority of local residuals, enhancing international exchanges and other related measures.
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Key words: exploitation of mineral resources, regional economic growth, countermeasures, green mining

摘要：

丰富的矿产资源能促进经济增长，但是不合理的开采会带来一系列环境、经济和社会问题。本文利用中国西部地区的一些采矿实例分析了采矿业对环境、经济和社会的负面影响，并且提出了避免不利影响的建议，包括可持续发展、鼓励绿色开采、照顾大多数当地居民的利益、加强国际交流等。

关键词: 采矿, 区域经济增长, 措施, 绿色开采