US seeks to jumpstart production of higher-energy uranium now made in Russia
The US is seeking bids from contractors to help establish a domestic supply of a uranium fuel enriched to higher levels.
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Defense Metals inks MOU to ship rare earth sample from BC to Ucore’s Ontario facility
MOU is a further step in the direction to be part of the Western world's REE supply chain, says CEO.
Saudi Arabia ups mineral resource estimates to $2.5 trillion
About 10% of the increase in estimate comes from the addition of rare earths minerals.
India’s plans to double coal production ignore climate threat
India's coal production is expected to reach 1.5 billion tons by 2030.
High-grade results ‘bode well’ for Graphite One feasibility this year
The results from about 8,730 metres across 52 drill holes were part of Graphite One’s largest exploration program in the company’s history at the Graphite Creek project.
Norway approves deep sea mining in Arctic Ocean
The bill, voted 80-20 by lawmakers on Tuesday, allows commercial mineral exploration, but mining licences won't be issued just yet.
Asian buyers profit from record discounts for near-term LME copper
The discount hit a record high of $108 a metric ton on Jan. 8.
Gold One could dismiss more than 500 in South Africa after mine sit-in
The Sydney-based gold miner will dismiss 401 workers at its Modder East operations.
Mongolia needs mining investments ramp up to meet GDP target – finance minister
The country derives a quarter of its gross domestic product and 90% of exports from mining.
