Impact of Silica
See why we are studying silica
Our faculty and students have done extensive research around the impacts of silica on our environment and public health. Check out all of the information we gathered and discover how this practice may be impacting you and those around you!
Fresh and aged silica
Discover more about silica and the differences between fresh silica and aged silica!
Fresh new perspective
Fugitive dust
Do you know what fugitive dust is when it comes to silica and sand mining? Is fugitive dust regulated?
Find out about fugitive dust
Health effects of silica
Do you know if sand mining and silica particles have an impact on our health? Are there regulations to control silica and its possible impact on your health?
Health matters
DNR and local regulation
Find out what the DNR and local government has in place for regulations in regards to silica from sand mining activities.
Read about regulations