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Is Australia on the cusp of a silica boom?

Much has been said about the troubles in the lithium and nickel markets, but silica sand is a critical mineral that is often below the radar.

Sand is the second most consumed resource in the world

Dan Purves Wed, 17 Apr 2024

It may come as a bit of a surprise but after water the most consumed resource in the world is sand. And rising global demand for certain types of the tiny rocks is creating a business opportunity for Australia.

You’d be forgiven for not paying much attention to the commodity. Compared to other

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Dan Purves Wed, 17 Apr 2024
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