I think that one is the Alaska Pipe Line, has the heat panels on top of each structure to try and stop the permafrost from thawing too much.
Not sure if the bottom picture is of a lithium mine or not. Doesn't really matter as the point is made. They have to haul a lot of dirt to get rare earth and other required minerals out of the ground.
Most pipelines are underground as well so that picture could be greener. Those are bitches to keep up though and require constant maintenance.
I think that one is the Alaska Pipe Line, has the heat panels on top of each structure to try and stop the permafrost from thawing too much.
Not sure if the bottom picture is of a lithium mine or not. Doesn't really matter as the point is made. They have to haul a lot of dirt to get rare earth and other required minerals out of the ground.