July 8, 2020 In copper country, they’re using the metal to fight virus Copper nanoparticles in disinfectants could be used to kill and prevent viruses and bacteria on surfaces.
July 7, 2020 Innovative ways to repurpose old mines Many jurisdictions dictate that companies submit rehabilitation plans as a condition of getting a license to dig.
July 7, 2020 Metals production emissions must halve by 2040 – report Wood Mackenzie says if the steel industry doesn’t comply, it would have to pay $191 billion per year in taxes.
July 6, 2020 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.
July 5, 2020 Oldest ocher mine on American continent discovered in Mexico A flooded cave in Quintana Roo hosts irrefutable evidence of prehistoric mining activities.
July 3, 2020 Former child miner wins Diana award for setting up school in India Neeraj Murmu was among 23 young Indians recognized in this week's Diana Awards for their service to communities.
July 3, 2020 Moon richer in metals than previously thought — NASA Scientists found the lunar subsurface contains higher concentration of iron and titanium than estimated.
July 3, 2020 ‘Hunter drone’ that flies at night could be used to find gemstone deposits An autonomous 'hunter drone' finds fluorescent targets including minerals and gemstones.
July 2, 2020 ESG policies boost mining investor confidence – report PwC study finds institutional investors increasingly taking ESG into account.
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