Liu Chonghao, Xu Jinshan, Zhao Jianan, Dong Jian, Jia Xiangying, Liu Jing, Wang Xiu
Institute of Mineral Resources, Chinese Academy of Geological Sciences, No. 26, Baiwanzhuang Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100037, China.
Research Center for Strategy of Global Mineral Resources, Chinese Academy of Geological Sciences, Beijing, 100037, China.
Sci Rep. 2025 Feb 7;15(1):4589. doi: 10.1038/s41598-025-89046-5.
The Qinghai-Xizang Plateau (QXP) in China is a geological treasure trove known for its complex structures and rich mineral resources. Among these, copper stands out as a critical metal for economic development. However, the exploitation of these resources is not without challenges, particularly in balancing the need for economic growth with the preservation of the plateau's delicate ecosystem. In this study, we take into account the intricate interplay between human activities, environmental conditions, and economic strategies. By applying a pressure-state-response (PSR) framework and innovatively establishing a comprehensive potential evaluation index, we are able to quantify the development potential of copper deposits on the QXP and to identify key factors influencing the development potential. The results indicate a varied landscape of copper deposit development potential across the QXP. The state layer in the PSR model represents the most significant obstacle to the development potential of copper resources on the QXP. Certain areas, specifically central Xizang, eastern Xizang, and northwestern Yunnan, show high development potential for copper deposits due to favorable geological conditions and policy environments, and strong infrastructure.
中国的青藏高原是一个地质宝库，以其复杂的构造和丰富的矿产资源而闻名。其中，铜作为经济发展的关键金属尤为突出。然而，这些资源的开采并非没有挑战，特别是在平衡经济增长需求与保护高原脆弱生态系统之间。在本研究中，我们考虑了人类活动、环境条件和经济战略之间的复杂相互作用。通过应用压力-状态-响应（PSR）框架并创新性地建立综合潜力评估指标，我们能够量化青藏高原铜矿床的开发潜力，并识别影响开发潜力的关键因素。结果表明，青藏高原铜矿床开发潜力呈现出多样化的格局。PSR模型中的状态层是青藏高原铜资源开发潜力的最大障碍。由于有利的地质条件、政策环境和强大的基础设施，西藏中部、西藏东部和云南西北部等特定地区显示出较高的铜矿床开发潜力。
