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.
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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.
BHP cuts copper output outlook over Chile protests, environmental concerns
Chile, the world's top copper producer, earlier this month sued BHP among others miners over alleged environmental damages.
Skeena Resources publishes inaugural ESG report
The report provides shareholders and stakeholders with a thorough overview of the company's ESG practices, commitments and performance.
Alcoa sinks as aluminum shipments fall in sign of waning demand
Alcoa shares dropped the most in eight months after the aluminum producer said sales slumped.
China confirms it will build extra coal mine capacity this year
China’s cabinet has confirmed that the addition of an extra 300 million tonnes of coal mining capacity will happen this year.