September 24, 2024

Trafigura names Richard Holtum as new CEO

Holtum becomes the group's third ever CEO after around 10 years at the company.

September 24, 2024

Australian uranium miners soar after US nuclear plant revival deal

Microsoft signed a deal to help resurrect a US nuclear power plant, fueling hopes of growing demand from big tech firms for green power.

September 23, 2024

Uranium Energy to buy Rio Tinto’s Wyoming assets for $175m 

Deal includes the fully-licensed Sweetwater plant and would allow Uranium Energy to add 175 million pounds of historic resources.

September 19, 2024

CHART: Global mining and metals – a quick reality check

Demand for energy transition metals has injected optimism into mining, but it represents only a sliver of the $4 trillion global industry.  

September 19, 2024

Canadian miners in TSX top 30 ranking reflects industry’s role in world energy security, says VP

Chris Birkett says with geopolitical tensions around the world, Canada is an attractive target for investors looking to secure energy sources.   

September 18, 2024

Column: China’s coal use and output are rising, even as renewables surge

Electricity from thermal sources rose 3.7% in August from a year earlier, according to official data.

September 17, 2024

Global green mining market to reach $16.9 billion by 2029 — report

Factors contributing to the projected growth include growing environmental legislation and regulatory pressures, BCC Research says.

September 17, 2024

Rio Tinto launches farming trial in Australia to explore renewable diesel production

The miner has partnered with local woodfiber processor manager Midway to oversee the planting and management of the farms.

September 17, 2024

Uzbekistan’s NMMC to invest $450 million in renewable energy

In the first half of 2024, the NMMC installed photovoltaic panels across 21 major industrial sites with a total capacity of 5,750 kW.

September 17, 2024

Argentina’s economic crisis thwarts bid to go nuclear with lithium bounty

For decades, the nation’s world-renowned atomic researchers have toiled on projects in Buenos Aires and Bariloche in Patagonia.