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.

March 1, 2023

The salt on your table could be key for the green energy transition

Large underground salt deposits could serve as hydrogen holding tanks, conduct heat to geothermal plants, and influence CO2 storage.

February 28, 2023

Anglo seeks to invest in start-ups to cut steel CO2 emissions

Anglo, which produced 59.3 million tonnes of iron ore last year, aims to halve its Scope 3 indirect emissions by 2040.

February 27, 2023

Brookfield seeks $20 billion for next energy transition fund

Brookfield’s plans deepen its low-carbon bet after raising $15 billion for its first Brookfield Global Transition Fund.

February 27, 2023

This road could save the planet — and carve up Alaskan wilderness

The remote Ambler Mining District contains massive lodes of minerals essential to cleantech, but extracting them will likely make an ecological mess.