Editor ' s
Note
Mining is not exactly a favorable topic in the public eye . It ’ s surrounded with controversies and several issues that affect the livelihoods of different people . Some would argue that mining has a negative impact on our environment and different organizations and agencies have focused on closing down several mining operations . Others would point out that contrary to popular belief , mining is essential to our daily lives . The minerals and metals mined out of the ground have played crucial roles in the development of our society - from manufacturing to the advancement of our technologies . This is why mining companies have created initiatives that would give the public a better view of what mining and mining companies can do and how different communities can benefit from them . Through their Corporate Social Responsibility programs , different mining companies make an effort to improve the livelihood of different people affected by the operations . They incorporate sustainable programs that would help men and women make a living even after the mining operation in the area is closed . We have to admit that not all companies follow responsible mining practices and they give mining a very bad name . However , we must not also ignore the benefits the public got from the resources extracted through these processes . While mining has its cons , it surely has plenty of pros . And through the
right campaign , we would be able to inform and educate the public about what mining can really do to us . In the November issue of GineersNow magazine , we are sharing several stories about the latest technologies developed for mining , the latest trends in this field and several interesting historical facts involving it . We ’ ve also featured stories focusing on corporate social responsibility programs - answering the “ what , where , how and why ’ s ” of these programs . This is our campaign to give the public more information about this unpopular field and why it ’ s important to educate ourselves about it . Our special cover story features Caterpillar , Inc .’ s Chief Technology Officer and one of its Vice Presidents , Jean Savage . In this exclusive interview , she discusses the latest trends and the future of equipment and heavy machinery industry . She also discusses the importance of their company ’ s CSR programs and how each program is helping different individuals . With so many stories that focus on mining and its related fields , it is our responsibility to deliver these stories to you . By giving the public the positive aspects of mining , more people may be encouraged to push for better programs , laws and practices that not only stop illegal mining process but also help different communities have more sustainable programs during and after mining operations . As you can see , the mining field is not really the villain here . It ’ s not .