How abandoned mines can become clean energy storage systems
A novel technique called Underground Gravity Energy Storage turns decommissioned mines into long-term energy storage solutions.
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Zambia’s KCM to shut down Nchanga smelter between July and August
KCM will spend $27.63 million on the process.
Barrick misses gold guidance as output sinks to 22-year low
Barrick produced 4.14 million ounces of gold last year, marking its third straight decline in annual output.
Mining’s top ten ‘S’ trends in ESG for 2023
A recent Harvard study indicates 81% of institutional investors in the US and 83.6% in Europe plan to increase their ESG allocations over the next two years.
Stellantis, Vulcan Energy to develop renewable energy assets in Germany
The phased project is aimed at providing renewable heat to Stellantis' Rüsselsheim manufacturing facility.
Rio Tinto sees increased volatility as China reopens
The miner, which looks set to keep its position as the world's biggest iron ore producer, said the Gudai-Darri mine is expected to reach its nameplate capacity on a sustained basis during 2023.
Pan American Silver offers to acquire Yamana Gold shares for $1 billion
Yamana Gold shareholders will vote on the offer at a special meeting January 31.
Barrick targets 2028 for first production from Reko Diq
Should all go to plan, Reko Diq will be the first copper-gold mine in the country’s Balochistan province.
Goldman sees ‘bullish concoction’ for global commodities
Jeff Currie sees parallels with the record run-up in commodities prices from 2007 to 2008.
