Rio Tinto invests $188m to upgrade aluminum smelter in Quebec
The investment is expected to generate nearly $160 million (C$200 million) in economic benefits for Quebec.
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Panasonic to build $4bn battery plant in US to supply Tesla
Facility is expected to supply Tesla with new high-capacity batteries, boosting Panasonic’s production capacity 150-200 GWh per year by 2028.
Law firm behind $7 billion BHP suit gets more cash for ESG cases
PGMBM, which has also brought class-action type suits against other large corporates including Volkswagen AG and British Airways, has received the funds from investment firm North Wall Capital LLP.
China studies ending Australia coal ban on supply fear
Officials are looking to boost fuel supplies to avoid a repeat of last year’s power disruptions -- particularly ahead of a key party congress.
Net zero climate target could fail without more copper supply – report
The world's appetite for the red metal will reach 53 million tonnes annually by mid-century – more than double current levels – but falls short of supply by 2.7 million tonnes without more recycling and mining.
Ex-Anglo CEO talks to private equity on where to next pump money
Mark Cutifani is talking to private equity firms about new ways to invest in the mining sector as the energy transition gathers pace.
Barrick sees lower prices for copper in Q2
Barrick said average market price for copper in the quarter ended June 30 was $4.32 per pound, lower than $4.53 in the first quarter.
Longer-lasting sodium-ion batteries closer to becoming a reality
Researchers at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory have developed a sodium-ion battery with greatly extended longevity in laboratory tests.
Big name investors back new climate venture fund
The Systemiq Capital Fund II will focus on climate tech companies that help reduce emissions and improve sustainability.
