Climate impact from China’s coal push visible from space
China’s increased reliance on coal to combat an energy shortage was never going to bode well for its ambitions to cut planet-warming emissions.
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Nickel squeeze threatens London’s place at heart of metals trade
Investors are furious with the LME for allowing prices to soar 250% in less than two days.
Chilean authorities assess progress of Pascua Lama’s closure activities
The inspection was done following a requirement by the Supreme Court of Justice in the application of the Law on the Closure of Mining Operations and Facilities.
Australia bans alumina exports to Russia, sources coal for Ukraine
Australia has imposed an immediate ban on exports of alumina and aluminum ores, including bauxite, to Russia.
Barrick to restart Reko Diq project in deal ending dispute with Pakistan
The Reko Diq project hosts one of the world's largest undeveloped copper and gold deposits.
Scientists get closer look at how methane-eating bacteria turn greenhouse gases into fuel
Methanotrophic bacteria consume 30 million metric tons of methane per year and have a natural ability to convert the greenhouse gas into usable fuel.
Belgium to extend life of nuclear reactors by another decade
The decision aims to secure supply amid record-high energy prices.
AGL gets greenlight for Liddell battery in push away from coal
AGL Energy wants to build a 500-megawatt battery on the site of the Liddell power station.
Nyrstar’s Auby smelter to resume zinc output at reduced rate
Nyrstar's Auby zinc operations were placed on care and maintenance in January in response to high power prices.
