Brazil’s Braskem sued over sinking ground from Alagoas mines
The company's rock salt mining activities led to soil subsidence that forced the interdiction of several neighborhoods in Maceio.
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Treasury’s Yellen tours lithium plant to bolster Biden’s economic case
Livent's facility in Bessemer City, North Carolina, has increased its capacity by 50% in recent years due to increased demand for EVs.
Judge orders Greenpeace off seabed mining ship in ocean standoff
The court found that Greenpeace had a right to stage the demonstration, but could not stay aboard the Coco indefinitely.
ARC Resources to supply BC, Alberta natural gas to US markets via Cheniere Energy’s Sabine Pass
Agreement will enable Cheniere to deliver increased quantities of Canadian natural gas to Europe via Louisiana.
Women in Mining spotlight: Jamie Wallisch
Regulatory & sustainability expert at Assent reports on conditions at artisanal cobalt mines in the DRC.
Vitol funds to help restart Australia coal mine shut since 2007
The venture with Tetra Resources is targeting initial production from the Dartbrook site in the first quarter of next year.
Panama mine shutdown threatens copper’s surplus
The expectation for a looser market in the near term has been reflected in copper prices.
Zimbabwe orders lithium miners to submit refinery plans by March 2024
Africa's top lithium producer last year banned the export of lithium ore and has imposed a 5% export tax on concentrates.
AustralianSuper builds stake in Pilbara Minerals
Australia's largest pension fund is now the second largest shareholder behind Ganfeng Lithium.
