Turmeric extract combined with gold helps create greener, more efficient fuel cells
Curcumin and gold nanoparticles make up an efficient electrode to convert ethanol into electricity.
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Codelco to create mining carbon footprint calculator
The free tool, to be available in the second half of the year, aims to help miners favour suppliers with the lowest footprint and emissions.
Diamonds and caviar targeted in new UK sanctions on Russia
Silver and wood products from Russia will also be prohibited and tariffs will be increased by 35% on 130 million pounds ($170 million) worth of diamonds and other products,
Liberia to review ArcelorMittal concession agreement
The announcement risks disrupting ArcelorMittal's plans to triple its iron ore production in Liberia.
Musk wants more lithium for EVs but very few places have it
Elon Musk wants more lithium, but only a handful of countries can supply the material key to the electrification of transportation, at least for now.
New tech will free cheaper, cleaner lithium supply – report
Elon Musk warns investors about lithium supply, but a new McKinsey report says geothermal, oilfield brines and new extraction technology can meet seven-fold demand growth.
Shelby Yee and Alex Dorsch named Young Mining Professionals of the Year
The awards are named after two iconic entrepreneurs in the mining industry, Eira Thomas and the late Peter Munk.
Coal billionaire to use profit boom to begin green shift
PT Adaro Energy, one of Indonesia’s biggest coal miners, is shifting to renewable energy after making a fortune from surging commodity prices.
Mexico nationalizes lithium mining
The law, which came into force on Thursday, elevates lithium to the category of “strategic mineral” that belongs to the state.
