Raw materials: production and consumption

Every consumer good is based on a raw material, and whether that is mineral oil, aluminium, gravel, iron or something else, all are limited. Consumption is increasing throughout the world and, with it, the utilization of resources. Careful handling of our natural resources is good for the environment and is economically beneficial.

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