March 9, 2023 Phosphorus can be produced in an environmentally friendly way – study Researchers have reduced the overall carbon footprint for generating white phosphorus by about 50%.
March 8, 2023 Trafigura CEO says tight metal supply threatens green transition The world’s biggest copper trader has been vocal in warning that higher prices will be needed to incentivize miners to bring new production online.
March 8, 2023 Battery bonanza is being sparked by coal’s exit in Australia Australia’s rapid shift from coal-fired power to cleaner alternatives is underwriting a boom in battery projects able to store solar and wind energy.
March 7, 2023 Major copper producers unveil plan to reach net zero emissions by 2050 The International Copper Association's (ICA) roadmap has set a target for members to cut emissions by 30% to 40% by 2030.
March 7, 2023 Scientists work on solid-state battery that uses fewer ‘problem’ metals Researchers have developed a new strategy to build solid-state batteries that are less dependent on specific chemical elements, particularly expensive metals with supply chain issues.
March 6, 2023 Newly discovered protein supports efficient refining of REEs Switzerland-based researchers discovered lanpepsy, a protein which specifies rare earth elements and discriminates them from other minerals and metals.
March 4, 2023 China to develop more energy and mineral reserves, boost production China should also promote research and development for the clean and efficient use of coal, Premier Li Keqiang said.
March 3, 2023 Japan’s top steelmaker eyes $700 million ‘green steel’ project Australia and Brazil are among possible sites.
March 3, 2023 Cyanobacteria efficiently extract rare earths from mine wastewater Researchers have found that cyanobacteria can efficiently absorb rare earth elements from wastewater.
March 2, 2023 Column: India cheers the return of ‘King Coal’ as industry sees buoyant future The industry's confidence in a long and prosperous future stands in contrast to India's commitment to "phase down" coal-fired power generation.
Column: EV revolution rolls on but battery metals lose their charge It should only be a matter of time before demand momentum absorbs the current supply glut, writes Reuters columnist Andy Home. December 20, 2025 | 06:23 am
