In 2023, China led the global total researchers in mining and quarrying with 14,360 FTEs, but experienced a significant annual drop of 8.38%. Canada and Norway followed, showing a decrease of 8.33% and a slight increase of 0.54%, respectively. Australia saw a notable decline of 12.35%. Small yet positive growth was noted in Japan and Slovenia, while Romania faced the largest decrease of 15.24%. Overall, New Zealand exhibited the highest year-on-year growth of 10.67%. Five-year trends indicate ongoing volatility, highlighting diverse resource management and economic factors impacting the sector across countries.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements, environmental regulations, and geopolitical tensions affecting resource access. Countries may increasingly focus on sustainable practices and innovative technologies to balance economic goals with environmental concerns. These factors could reshape research landscapes, with new leaders potentially emerging in the field, influencing global research allocations in mining and quarrying.
Top countries in Total Researchers in Mining and Quarrying by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Full-Time Equivalent) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 14,360 | 2023 | -12.26% | -8.38% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Canada | 2,160 | 2023 | +3.1% | -8.33% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Norway | 676 | 2023 | +0.15% | +0.54% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 500.61 | 2023 | +0.15% | -0.49% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Australia | 248 | 2023 | -18.47% | -12.35% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 211 | 2023 | -4.65% | -4.53% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Japan | 161 | 2023 | +5.23% | +0.25% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 92 | 2023 | +1.1% | -0.85% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Chile | 54.26 | 2023 | -4.26% | -0.15% | View data |
| 10 | 10 South Korea | 41.62 | 2023 | +1.86% | -1.26% | View data |
