April 29, 2020 Fears rise for illegal South African miners hiding underground in virus lockdown At least 100 illegal gold miners in South Africa are hiding underground, according to industry sources.
April 29, 2020 The impact of critical minerals on national security Which imported minerals create the most risk for US supply chains and national security?
April 28, 2020 The next frontier: Prospecting and mining on the moon China has achieved a milestone in lunar exploration with its robotic rover.
April 28, 2020 Mining technologies could capture ‘billions of tonnes of CO2 per year,’ says UBC prof Reducing 10% of a mine’s tailings could be sufficient to offset the annual carbon emissions produced by a mining operation.
April 28, 2020 Mining union tells workers not to return to Harmony Gold mine The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa has told members not to return to work at Harmony Gold's Target mine on Friday.
April 28, 2020 World’s mine workers resist quick restart amid coronavirus Unions in both South Africa and Peru are openly encouraging members not to return to mines.
April 27, 2020 Investors increase scrutiny over ESG reporting Over the past five years, companies have been much more active on specific governance and social issues of ESG-related risks.
April 27, 2020 Extended lockdowns to hit copper production Antamina reported 210 positive cases of covid-19 in Peru and said the date to restart operations is still uncertain.
April 27, 2020 Gemfields ups security, human rights efforts The miner is the only gemstone company to be recognized as a corporate member by Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights (VPSHR).
April 26, 2020 Scientists turn waste polymer into battery components The new technology involves microwaves and was tested in lithium-ion and sodium-ion battery cells.
UAE aluminum maker seeks investors for $6 billion US plant The EGA plant is expected to require $5 billion to $6 billion of capital investment and produce about 750,000 tons of primary aluminum a year. December 16, 2025 | 02:54 pm
