How batteries are lowering the costs of underground mining
$50 million in savings.
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Russia approves plan to sell stake in diamond giant Alrosa
The miner, along with fellow Russian firms Rosneft, VTB Bank and Bashneft are among the most likely candidates for privatization this year.
Coal miners welcome report that calls for imperative 2˚C climate target
The report considers how the use of coal contributes to affordable energy prices, and allows broader access to electricity and improved industrial competitiveness of economies in various regions.
US court rejects coal CEO Blankenship bid to remain free during appeal
Blankenship is expected to begin serving his time in California today, after being convicted of conspiring to wilfully violate mine safety standards at West Virginia's Upper Big Branch coal mine.
Goldcorp buys gold junior Kaminak for $520 million
Deals gives Goldcorp access to Kaminak's Coffee project, one of the most promising undeveloped gold projects in Canada.
Enbridge back in the black as oil shipments rise
Canada’s largest pipeline company's first-quarter profit rose as record volumes carried on its main pipeline system helped shield it from a sustained drop in oil prices.
NWT premier ‘pleasantly surprised’ by exploration season
Attracting new investment.
CHARTS: 2016 gold price rally’s all about ETFs, hedge funds
At the same time consumer and central bank demand is plummeting, raising questions about the sustainability of the upswing.
Miners going broke – worst still to come
New report says mining and metals companies set to default on debt at more than three times the historical rate going back to 1983.
