Zinc price jumps on supply worries, Russian project fire report
Fire has been extinguished at a workshop at Ozernoye, scheduled to become one of the largest zinc mines in the world.
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Billionaire Forrest wants leaders to target zero carbon by 2035
The executive said Fortescue’s board would meet over the next two weeks to discuss potential hydrogen or ammonia projects.
Saudi Arabia’s next act is supplying the world with EV batteries
The world’s biggest oil producer is now also aiming to become a key hub for making batteries.
Western miners seek premium pricing for rare earth metals to break China grip
The miners believe manufacturers will absorb extra costs due to new ESG-related legislation and tax incentives like the IRA.
Britain targets Russian gold, oil sectors in new sanctions
Britain sanctioned two of Russia's largest gold producers, Nord Gold Plc and Highland Gold Mining Ltd.
Rio Tinto, Codelco partner to find more copper in Chile
Through their Nuevo Cobre joint venture, the miners will explore and potentially develop copper assets in the top producing country.
Scientists propose plan to improve confidence in hydrogen-fueled vehicles
A predictive model is being proposed to let station operators know in advance when a problem might occur and minimize any disruptions.
Lucapa finds Angola mine’s second-largest diamond
The find of the 235-carat type IIa diamond at Lulo comes barely a week after Lucapa dug up a 208-carat rock at the same mine.
China’s state-backed iron ore giant says prices are too high
Iron ore has reached “unreasonable” levels that are hurting Chinese steel mills, according to China Mineral Resources Group.
