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Mining Technology from Lab to Market: VC Insights for Deep Tech Startups

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✍️ Author: Nicola Marchese

🏭 Vertical: Mining

🏒 Organizations: Orion Industrial Ventures


The mining industry, particularly advanced mining, is facing significant technological and environmental challenges. These hurdles not only slow down progress but also present opportunities for innovation.

Let’s take a look at 3 main areas in the mining value chain where new solutions are needed today:

  1. Low Hit Rates in Exploration: A Fundamental Challenge
  2. Comminution: Tackling Energy-Intensive Rock Grinding
  3. Waste Valorization: Turning Byproducts into Resources

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