Dam disasters were wake up call for Vale, CEO says
Eduardo Bartolomeo said his own remuneration package now sets targets for safety and sustainability, with 20% of his long-term compensation associated with ESG goals.
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Evolution Mining divests Mt Carlton for up to $65 million
The gold mine was Evolution’s first development project and was commissioned in 2013.
Copper price down amid demand outlook worries
Germany’s factory orders slumped 7.7% in August, in the third-biggest drop in the past 30 years.
GM, General Electric to develop supply chain of rare earth materials for EVs
Partnership will evaluate ways to improve supplies of heavy and light rare earth materials and magnets, copper and electrical steel.
Gold Resource to buy Aquila in $30 million deal
The new miner will be an intermediate gold producer once Aquila’s Back Forty zinc and copper project in Michigan begins production.
Technology to transform bauxite red mud into fertile soil nearly a reality
Scientists have partnered with Rio Tinto and Queensland Alumina to develop the solution.
Lithium price jumps again as miners can’t keep up with battery boom
Demand for the material used in electric cars and renewable-energy storage has soared and, while miners are seeking to boost supply, there’s not enough to meet consumption.
Covid-19 vaccines mandatory for Western Australia mining and FIFO workers
Requirement applies to about 141,000 people, including fly-in, fly-out and other workers in mining, exploration and oil & gas.
Visualizing copper’s role in a low-carbon economy
The transition to renewable energy and electrification will require tons of metals, and copper is considered the most essential.
