March 14, 2022 Lithium mining: ‘A new Bolivia’, says EnergyX CEO Teague Egan says EnergyX has the technology that can help Bolivia unlock its lithium.
March 14, 2022 Scientists optimize process to transform wastewater sulfur into battery materials Researchers at Stanford University have found a new way to mine sewage for battery materials.
March 10, 2022 Sanctioned Russian nickel could slow global EV adoption – report Sanctions placed on Russian nickel will cause EV manufacturing prices to increase further, threatening adoption and decarbonization, says GlobalData.
March 10, 2022 How ‘leaky waves’ from ambient noise can reveal what lies underneath earth’s surface Researchers have improved the way of studying the geologic structures beneath earth's surface by using ambient noise.
March 9, 2022 Integra, Minespider partner to trace responsibly-sourced gold from Peru Blockchain-secured digital IDs contain information such as provenance data, due diligence documents and carbon emissions data.
March 9, 2022 Russian fuel supply latest headache for Rio Tinto’s giant Mongolia copper expansion “The reality is, Mongolia has two very big powerful neighbours, so it’s quite important for us to maintain healthy, peaceful, balanced relationships.”
March 9, 2022 Metso Outotec launches a new mobile impact crusher to the Nordtrack range Nordtrack I1011 crusher is suitable for working in different jobsites from rock crushing to concrete and demolition waste recycling.
March 8, 2022 Caterpillar soars as investors hunt for hedges against inflation Caterpillar shares are headed toward the biggest five-day gain since the pandemic.
March 7, 2022 Sweden announces $19.5 million grant for sustainable mining innovation The 26 new projects cover a wide span – from disruptive technologies with energy-savings of up to 80%, to industrial-scale battery recycling and a safer working environment.
March 7, 2022 Geodrill CEO guides for growth as exploration budgets expand The company expects drill rig fleet size to increase by seven rigs by the end of 2022.
Japan launches world’s first deep-sea rare earth mining test Tokyo has begun a seabed mining trial near Minamitori Island as it seeks to cut reliance on Chinese rare earth supplies. January 12, 2026 | 05:13 am
Australia fast-tracks critical minerals stockpile Canberra will build a strategic minerals reserve using domestic supply to shore up defence, tech manufacturing and allied supply chains. January 12, 2026 | 04:09 am
Japan sets sail on rare earth hunt as China tightens supplies The month-long mission of the test vessel Chikyu near Minamitori Island will mark the world's first attempt to continuously lift rare-earth seabed sludge. January 11, 2026 | 04:22 pm