John Goodenough, a battery trailblazer, dies at 100
His inventions helped develop modern computers and commercialize lithium-ion batteries.
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New sinter technology could greatly reduce iron, steel making emissions
Australia-based researchers have developed a new type of sinter that reduces the amount of coke consumed at sinter plants by about 23%.
Queensland pledges $164 million to expand critical minerals sector
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk estimates the mineral-producing regions in the state's north alone would be worth about A$500 billion.
Commodity prices will need to jump to meet demand for energy transition – Anglo American
Prices will have to rise to attract investment from ever more complex locations to meet the urgency of the energy transition, said Duncan Wanblad.
Cornish Lithium seeks $13m in last-ditch effort to avoid collapse
The UK-based start-up, which aims to produce lithium in Cornwall, warned it could go bust if it fails to secure the needed cash by July.
Fortescue to ship first iron ore from Gabon by year-end
It will mix ore from Belinga with output from its Australian mines to bring it closer in grade to that of rivals Rio Tinto, BHP and Vale.
BCI Minerals signs salt supply deal with Japanese trading house Itochu
BCI will supply Itochu with a minimum of 3,600 kilotonnes of salt over five years from 2026.
Australia’s critical minerals industry needs quicker permits, not subsidies – BHP
Queensland on Tuesday announced a new critical minerals development strategy to attract investment to the state.
Mining Association of Canada releases new equity, diversity and inclusion standards
Framework introduces a new performance indicator on psychological safety and respectful workplaces.
