International Journals of Multidisciplinary Research
Academy (IJMRA)

Abstract:
Sand and gravel were the underlying commodities for concrete mix in all construction materials. Through time, the sand and gravel mining industry (SGMI) has an adverse effect that leads to the destruction of the environment. To sustain the ecosystem of SGMI, the researcher sought to formulate a technology management philosophy of SGMI in Surigao del Norte River from the sociological aspect among the residents, ecological changes of the environment from the mining activities and the extent of preventive technological management practices (PTMP) of the mining operators. A researcher-made questionnaire to gather data for mining operators & local government officials and residents who reside on the mining site. Anchored with reflectivity, participatory, and social conflict theories used to develop technology management philosophy for SGMI. The data collected are analyzed using frequency count, ordinal rank, weighted mean, Pearson Product-Moment Correlation Coefficient, ANOVA, Scheffé Posteriori Test to analyze the data. The operations of the SGMI in the rivers of Surigao del Norte have both the desirable and undesirable effects on the community and environment. The activities have better contributions to the stability of the economic and socio-cultural aspects of human existence except in the advancement of education, and the participation of the mining industries does not necessarily mean the same benefits to all other dimensions to humanity and the environment. Sustainability in the operation of the SGMI is a function of regulations and practices that promotes environmental preservations of the ecosystem and social welfare
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Abstract:
Lignocellulosics are the most significant materials for a sustainable human society because they not only form long-term sustainable carbon flow in the ecosystem
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