February 28, 2021

New sensor promises low-cost detection of methane emissions, leaks

The ICLED-based sensor is able to detect methane concentrations as low as 0.1 parts per million.

February 25, 2021

World’s two largest asset managers have invested $170bn in coal

The figure pales in comparison to the $1 trillion in coal investments held by almost 4,500 institutions globally as of January this year.

February 25, 2021

Anglo American ended 2020 stronger than expected

The miner beat expectations with a small fall in 2020 earnings, but boosted dividend as soaring commodity prices helped it recover from covid-19 disruptions in the first half of the…

February 22, 2021

Czech Republic to file legal action against Poland over Turow mine

The expansion of the mine has upset environmental groups as well as Czech residents.

February 18, 2021

Most miners lag behind in human rights issues — report

Ten years after the adoption of United Nations principles, a study shows most miners have yet to step up efforts to improve their human rights record.

February 18, 2021

South32 posts profit rise on rebound in commodities demand

Australian miner posted a slight increase in half-year profit, and said a strong recovery in demand for key commodities outside China early this year has put the company on track…

February 17, 2021

Biden assurances on jobs sting like insults in mines, oil patch

The Biden administration has gotten off to a rough start trying to reassure coal miners and oil workers whose jobs are threatened by the president’s fight against climate change.

February 16, 2021

Adding copper salts to coal may increase combustion efficiency – study

Russian researchers found that adding copper salts to coal reduces the content of unburnt carbon in ash residue by 3.1 times and CO content by 40%.

February 16, 2021

Glasenberg signs off with Glencore dividend, trading bonanza

Firm resumed dividend and flagged possible further payouts on the back of strong commodity prices .

February 16, 2021

BHP’s outlook, record dividend fuel supercycle talk

The world's no. 1 miner rewarded investors with a record $5.1bn first-half dividend and forecasted a “very constructive” outlook for the commodities market fundamentals.