in greenland, scientists blasted open a mountain filled with what they call climate-saving rocks. >> the chemistry here is unique. it's in the formation of our world. >> reporter: it's called a northosite. it contains only three minerals. calcium, silica and aluminum. they are crushing it for other items. experts say it produces less waste and greenhouse gas emissions. it is found all around the island's rugged terrain in turquoise fjords. but that's not the only place. >> you find it in canada, scandinavia, russia, south africa, lots of places. >> reporter: so far, miners have collected more than 300 tons. even nasa is looking to see if what they learn down here could help them someday mine similar rocks on the moon. ian lee, cbs news. >>> and that's the overnight news for this monday. for some of you the news continues. for others, check back for cbs mornings. and follow us online any time at cbsnews.com. reporting from the broadcast center in new york city, i'm nikki battiste. >>> this is cbs news flash. i'm elise preston in new york. jury selection in the shooting death of ahmaud