December 6, 2020

Protests in Peru affecting transport of copper concentrate from Las Bambas

Three different organizations in Peru have set up blockades along the corridor used by Las Bambas to transport its product and receive supplies.

December 6, 2020

Mine ponds cause toxic mercury pollution in the Peruvian Amazon

Over the past 35 years, there has been a 670% increase in the extent of pits in heavily mined watersheds.

December 5, 2020

Coal mine accident in China’s Chongqing kills 23

The miners died after being trapped in a mine in the southwestern city of Chongqing.

December 4, 2020

Vale postpones sale of operations in New Caledonia

The miner has lost billions of dollars with the operation, located next to the Goro deposit.

December 4, 2020

Vedanta’s Gamsberg mine stays shut as search continues for trapped worker

The mine shutdown has helped push prices for zinc.

December 4, 2020

US Senate committee approves uranium reserve bill

Uranium from companies owned, controlled, or subject to jurisdictions in Russia or China are excluded from participating in the program.

December 4, 2020

Lithium Americas’ Thacker Pass closer to production

The Nevada project is host to the largest known lithium resource in the US.

December 4, 2020

BlackRock, Storebrand pressure Indian bank over coal mining loan

Shareholders of India’s largest bank are raising concerns about a proposed loan to Adani Enterprises Ltd. to help fund the opening of the controversial Carmichael coal mine in northern Australia.

December 4, 2020

Coal mine accident in China leaves 23 trapped

The incident occurred at the Diaoshuidong coal mine.

December 4, 2020

China to allow Australian coal cargo ashore despite ban

It remains uncertain whether the unloadings are exceptions to meet specific demand or a sign of a broader unfreezing.