September 6, 2019

Colombia’s coal, gold, nickel output down year-on-year in Q2

Multinational mining companies looking to kick off large-scale underground gold projects have struggled in recent years.

September 5, 2019

BHP urges investors to veto resolution against coal lobbying

Several shareholders, including the Church of England pension fund and the Australasian Centre for Corporate Responsibility (ACCR), proposed the resolution to the company this week ahead of its AGM.

September 4, 2019

South Africa’s ailing Eskom faces emissions violations, could shut plants

The potential closures could cut a tenth of the state firm's 45,000 MW production capacity.

September 4, 2019

Russia’s VTB won’t ‘harass’ mining firm Mechel over debts

Coal and steel producer Mechel, controlled by Russian businessman Igor Zyuzin, has asked its creditors for more time to make its debt repayments.

September 3, 2019

Alberta coal mine reclamation to create green energy source

The Paintearth coal mine will be the site of innovative renovation with the potential to supply renewable energy.

September 3, 2019

Tech billionaire backs new demand on BHP over climate action

Australian billionaire Mike Cannon-Brookes is among backers of a new demand on BHP Group to suspend ties with industry groups that are seen as hindering efforts to meet global climate…

September 3, 2019

BHP investors file resolution to cut funding for Australian coal lobby groups

Co-filers include institutional investors that combined hold $94.6 billion under management.

September 3, 2019

Botched bankruptcy leads to standoff in Kentucky coal country

Laid off miners are blocking trains in protest against Blackjewel, which halted operations in July without settling its final salary obligations to more than 1,800 workers across the country.

August 31, 2019

Populism and protest lurk behind Europe’s dying coal mines

Anger and despair are running high ahead of Sunday’s state elections in Germany’s mining heartland.

August 30, 2019

Shipping’s great fuel switch is starting to drive up freight costs

The maritime industry is preparing for one of the most significant changes in its recent history.