Status and Outlook of Copper Mining Electrification: Empowering the future: Navigating the transformative landscape of copper mining electrification in Chile

This article presents an overview of the current status of the Chilean mining industry electrification process, which is designed to overcome the challenges presented by compromises to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The technology associated with energy storage systems, electric vehicles, and machinery is evolving fast. Hence, the industry has started to explore how the integration of these technologies with the Internet of Things can lead to a more efficient and sustainable operation. Then, the article explores the combination of these technologies, along with the unique characteristics of the Chilean mining operations, which ease the transition to complete electrification.