June 17, 2021

Canadian regulators say Rocky Mountain coal mine not in public interest

The finding is a setback for Alberta Premier Jason Kenney's United Conservative Party government.

June 17, 2021

Sudan signs nine concession deals for gold, copper mining

Sudan took steps last year to open up trade in the precious metal further to private investors.

June 17, 2021

Snapshot: Eight companies with advancing copper projects

With copper’s key role in the transition to greener forms of energy to fight climate change, companies are accelerating their work plans at copper projects around the world.

June 17, 2021

Chinese carbon peak by 2030 involves a major shift to renewables, says CRU

During this transition period, Chinese companies need to find solutions to reduce carbon emissions.

June 17, 2021

China’s top bauxite supplier set to boost output as rail starts

Guinea, which has the world’s largest proven reserves of bauxite, is poised to expand production.

June 17, 2021

Western Australia’s Aboriginal groups slam cultural heritage bill

National Native Title Council says it has not been properly consulted over the bill's latest revisions, which risk further damage to cultural heritage.

June 17, 2021

Canada, Australia may have to help America achieve the electrification dream

Adamas Intelligence suggests the top destinations where US president Joe Biden would look for battery metals for his recently announced EV plan.

June 17, 2021

BHP to pick port ahead of Jansen potash mine decision

Before choosing whether to spend a further $5.7bn to bring Jansen into production, BHP is looking into what port it would use to ship the fertilizer ingredient.

June 16, 2021

Chilean senators pause to ponder tax impacts

The senate’s mining and energy committee will hold weekly hearings on the proposed royalty through mid July.

June 16, 2021

Fire at Kinross Gold’s Tasiast mine suspends milling operations

No injuries in but the cause of the Tasiast mill fire under investigation.