In 2023, approximately 176.3 million tonnes of minerals were extracted from the UK landmass for domestic sale and international export.
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 New minerals data compilation released for Brit...
The British Geological Survey (BGS) recently released the , a comprehensive statistical compilation detailing the production, consumption, and trade of minerals across the United Kingdom. This annual publication is part of a continuous record of the UK's mining and quarrying activities dating back to 1853. Key Highlights from Recent Reports In 2023, approximately 176
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. This annual publication is part of a continuous
The UK Minerals Yearbook 2025 is available for download through the British Geological Survey (BGS) . You can also access raw statistical data and archival records via the MineralsUK portal . World mineral statistics archive - MineralsUK
An additional 82.6 million tonnes (primarily oil, gas, and marine-dredged sand and gravel) were extracted from the UK Continental Shelf in 2023.