Ekonomické, sociální a environmentální dopady těžby mědi v Zambii

The objective of the diploma thesis is to analyze impacts of copper mining in Zambia on the economic, social as well as environmental sphere. The theoretical part describes basic aspects of the mining in relation to economical and social development, environmental impacts of mining, and to sustainable development. The main work deals with the economic development and contribution of copper mining activity to the Zambian economy using and assessing available data. The thesis discusses social issues and environmental degradation concerning mining in the Copperbelt Province and influencing livelihoods of local inhabitants. The obtained result will be discussed and evaluated. A possible recommendation will be made and solutions will be suggested.