Energy prices crash in Europe as old, new fuels vie for share
Gas and coal prices are plunging in Europe, hurt by the relentless threat of ever-cheaper clean energy.
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Should investors get excited about rare earth metals?
The 17 so-called “rare earth metals” play strong supporting roles in many of the consumer electronics we enjoy on a daily basis, from our TVs to smartphones.
Fungi could offer clues for finding new gold deposits
Australian experts are paying attention to low-impact exploration tools.
Minas Gerais signs MoU with tech company to monitor tailings dams
Inmarsat has committed to providing the state government with a smart monitoring solution which is based on IoT and satellite technology.
Pure Gold kicks off exploration campaign at Madsen Red Lake project
The company will focus on the Wedge, Fork, and Russet South satellite deposits with the object of converting and growing mineral resources used in the recently released preliminary economic assessment (PEA).
Agnico’s Meliadine mine reaches commercial production
The mine, near Rankin Inlet in Nunavut, is expected to produce about 230,000 ounces of gold this year at total cash costs of $612 per oz.
Rejection of Barrick bid is ‘no brainer,’ top Acacia investor says
Fidelity International said the bid was around 50% too low.
Russia owns rare earths but mines little. That’s changing
President Vladimir Putin has pushed Russia to develop its own rare earth production, calling it an issue that’s " critically important to the defense capability of the country.
Wall at Vale’s Gongo Soco pit begins gradual slide; dam holds
Vale said the Sul Superior dam, located just 1.5 km from the mine, remains intact and that it continues to be monitored 24/7 via radar, drones and a robotic station capable of detecting the slightest movements.
