Deep Earth structures may reveal location of untapped base metal deposits
A new study proposes a high-tech treasure map that provides more accurate information so prospectors know where to look.
Valentina Ruiz Leotaud
Valentina is a Venezuela-born multimedia and multi-platform journalist. She has +10 years of work experience covering local and international news for different media outlets and platforms. She has worked for the University of British Columbia, MINING.com, Observer Media Group, Next One Productions, Ven Al Cine [Paramount Pictures and Universal Pictures social media property in Venezuela], Union Radio, among others. She holds a Master’s Degree in Journalism from the University of British Columbia and was a fellow of the International Reporting Program. She is based in Vancouver.
Posts by Valentina Ruiz Leotaud:
India’s coal minister says mine auction yielding positive results
The government official said over 1,000 companies have expressed interest. But the process is also being challenged from different fronts.
Ecuador reports tailings dam breach in Azuay province
The collapse of a retaining wall at Austro Gold’s Armijos tailings station released pollutants into the Tenguel river.
Oldest ocher mine on American continent discovered in Mexico
A flooded cave in Quintana Roo hosts irrefutable evidence of prehistoric mining activities.
‘Hunter drone’ that flies at night could be used to find gemstone deposits
An autonomous 'hunter drone' finds fluorescent targets including minerals and gemstones.
Pathways towards zero-emission copper mines
The University of Sydney’s Warren Centre for Advanced Engineering prepared a report with key strategies to produce ‘green copper.’
Only mill in the US able to process uranium-rare earth ores open for business
Energy Fuels’ CEO told MINING.COM that the company’s White Mesa Mill can help bring rare earth production capabilities back to the US.
Origin of British Crown Jewels’ diamond revealed
Researchers from the Gemological Institute of America believe the Cullinan Diamond may have a super-deep origin.
Two decades after Los Frailes tailings accident, Guadiamar River shows signs of recovery
A study shows that measures taken following the breach at Boliden Apirsa’s lead and zinc mine have been effective in restoring the Guadiamar River.
Less time underground, more autonomous tech/robots – the future of mine safety
Panellists in a webinar organized by Exyn concluded that mineworkers’ safety is linked to the adoption of autonomous, robotic technology that generates high-quality data.
Lundin Gold to pay $2.5m to replace collapsed bridge near Fruta del Norte
A bridge failed on Saturday, forcing the company to suspend the transport of materials from and to its flagship operation.