A Little background about us
A Brief History about Mining
It is essential to understand the history of mining to the modern life we enjoy today.
Earth Systems occasionally receive inquiries about mining activities (the extraction of natural resources from the earth). These calls are frequently about environmental impacts of mining, residual ecological effects of abandoned mines, or geotechnical/geological aspects of mining.
GENERAL MINING ACT OF 1872
The current controversies regarding the General Mining Act of 1872, which is still the controlling law concerning mining activities, bring into focus the conflicts between mining and our rapidly increasing population. For the most part, it seems the majority of the news we hear about mining is negative. However, it is important to remember how important mining is to our civilization and standard of living. It’s interesting to reflect on how we reached our current perception of mining because, during most of our history, mining has had priority over most other activities.
HOMO SAPIENS AND TOOLS
The first mining efforts involved searching for the stones most appropriate for making tools. Primary stone tools are approximately 2.6 million years old, predating even Homo Sapiens. Hence, this time tracks the use of rocks as throwing weapons around 1.9 million years ago, following soon after by digging for the best cutting stones and stone tools.
As Homos Sapiens developed and the population grew, communities began to replace the nomadic lifestyle. Early tribes located around primary resources of food, water, and shelter were readily available. Soon after, the location of other natural resources began to have an impact on human settlement. Mined materials were probably among the first materials traded. Some tribes may have had regular access to chert or obsidian, highly valued for their sharp edges. Others may have had access to the best clay for making pots, bowls, or other utensils. Early trading required that humans develop more enhanced communication skills and could be considered the basis of civilization.
VALUES
- Zero Harm – Zero harm to our employees, the environment and communities is our goal.
- Dignity and Respect – Equal treatment and opportunity for all employees with transparent processes founded on dignity and respect and encouraging a sense of ownership.
- Sustainability – Sustainable growth supported by a safe, profitable and socially responsible business while developing long-term resources.
- Collaboration – Productive and ethical working relationships, transparent and responsive dialogue with surrounding communities and public agencies for the benefit of all stakeholders.
- Excellence – A commitment to focus on a culture of best business practices.
Our Mission
Our Vision
Our mission is to deliver a positive, reliable experience to each and every one of our clients while offering exceptional value in the marketplace and setting the standard for professionalism in the logistic solutions we provide. In addition to operating our business profitably, we strive to operate it responsibly both for our clients and our employees, for whom our goal is to provide a safe and secure work environment.
Our aim is to act as an indispensable partner to our clients by helping them build and maximize sustainable competitive advantages. We do this by helping them get their products to market quickly, efficiently, and safely. In addition to our expertly crafted and reliably delivered logistics solutions, our clients can rest assured that every interaction will be driven by integrity and respect, the fundamental principles of our business.