May 10, 2021

China copper smelters to cut concentrate purchases in green push

The 15 largest smelters have agreed to trim purchases by 1.26 million tonnes.

May 10, 2021

BHP braces for strike at Chilean copper mines

Labour action would affect Escondida, the world's largest copper mine, and Spence.

May 10, 2021

Aurubis delivers strong quarterly earnings, optimistic on outlook

Company posted operating earnings before taxes of $125.18 million in Q2, compared to $110 million from the previous year.

May 10, 2021

Gem Diamonds finds 370-carat diamond at Letseng

Since acquiring the mine in 2006, the company has found more than 60 white gem quality diamonds over 100 carats each.

May 9, 2021

Commodities that will rule the green, digital transition

A report by Fitch Solutions states that most battery metals together with metal scrap will see a boost over the next decade.

May 9, 2021

Fifteen killed in landslide at Guinea gold mine

The disaster took place in the remote, gold-rich Siguiri province.

May 9, 2021

Cleanup efforts of mining-polluted streams prove effective over time — study

Restoration efforts at four Superfund sites allowed mining-impacted watersheds to recover to near-natural conditions in less than 20 years.

May 7, 2021

How blockchain will help miners meet evolving ESG demands

In the mining sector, blockchain is already being used to trace materials to ensure they are being produced ethically and without human rights concerns.

May 7, 2021

Is uranium coming back in vogue?

BMO Capital Markets forecasts a 33 million lb. deficit of uranium this year, or about 18% of current demand.

May 7, 2021

Australia’s Macquarie bank to exit coal by 2024

The lender will stop financing coal projects by 2024 as it aligns its business with global commitments to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.