New Minerals Data Compilation Released For Brit... Now

The BritPits dataset , which tracks mineral workings, was updated in February 2026 and now includes 264,549 records of surface and underground sites. Critical Minerals and Global Context

In 2023, approximately 176.3 million tonnes of minerals were extracted from the UK landmass for domestic sale and international export. New minerals data compilation released for Brit...

Natural gypsum was a notable exception to the decline, seeing a production increase following the end of coal-fired power generation and the loss of desulphogypsum as a byproduct. The BritPits dataset , which tracks mineral workings,

Parallel to the UK-specific data, the BGS also released the report, covering global trends for over 70 commodities. 2023 Production Change (Global) Primary Use Lithium Batteries and energy storage Nickel Electric vehicles (Indonesia leading) Cobalt Tech and green energy Resources and Access The BritPits dataset