What minerals are found on Rennell Island and Bellona?

Rennell Island and Bellona, which together form the Rennell and Bellona province of the Solomon Islands, contain specific mineral resources:

• Rennell Island: This island features deposits of bauxite and some low-grade phosphate rock.12
• Bellona: This island contains reserves of phosphates.2

While bauxite on Rennell Island has been identified as a significant prospect for development, it is important to note that the island is also recognized as the world’s largest raised coral atoll and includes a World Heritage site, highlighting the ethical necessity of balancing economic resource extraction with the preservation of unique and undisturbed natural ecosystems.1