China pauses new coal-based steelmaking for first time in years
Greening the steel industry, China’s second largest source of carbon emissions at 15%, is a vital part of the country’s plan to become carbon neutral by 2060.
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The 2023 investment level fell 5.8% from the previous year to $4.96 billion.
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Africa’s rare earths could make up 9% of global supply by 2029
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Opinion: The United States should decrease its reliance on mineral imports
Mineral imports from not only adversaries like China and Russia but also allies and partners can pose key risks to US national security.
Gatos Silver soars on record quarterly zinc production
Gatos had production of 2.3 million oz. of silver, 19.1 million lb. of zinc and 12 million lb. of lead in Q2 2024.
BHP installs wind-powered rotor on vessel to decarbonize Chile-Japan trade route
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