Ores and minerals; electricity, gas and water

cpc code 1, 'Ores and minerals; electricity, gas and water', encompasses a diverse range of industries that are essential to the functioning of modern economies. This broad category includes the extraction, processing, and distribution of natural resources such as metals, minerals, fossil fuels, and utilities like electricity, gas, and water. These industries play a crucial role in supporting various other economic sectors, from manufacturing and construction to transportation and agriculture.

The production techniques used in this industry vary depending on the specific resource being extracted or processed. Mining operations, for example, may involve techniques like open-pit mining, underground mining, or dredging to extract ores and minerals from the earth. Power generation facilities, on the other hand, utilize a range of methods such as hydroelectric, thermal, or nuclear power to produce electricity. The distribution of utilities like gas and water often involves complex networks of pipelines, storage facilities, and treatment plants.

The main inputs required for the industries within cpc code 1 include a variety of natural resources, such as 1411 Coal, 1421 Iron ores, 1429 Other metal ores and concentrates, and 1511 Crude petroleum and natural gas. Additionally, these industries rely on specialized machinery, equipment, and infrastructure, as well as a skilled workforce to operate and maintain the production and distribution systems.

The outputs of the industries within cpc code 1 are diverse and serve as critical inputs for a wide range of other economic activities. For example, the 1711 Electricity, 1721 Manufactured gas, and 1731 (Water)) produced by these industries are essential for powering homes, businesses, and industrial processes. Additionally, the 1421 Iron ores, 1429 Other metal ores and concentrates, and other mineral resources are used as raw materials in the 2 Manufactured products and 3 Construction and building materials industries.