Chile’s $550 million coal mine ready to start shipments
Mine will substantially reduce the country's dependence on international markets by supplying up to 30% of the current local needs.
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Further evidence of the ‘gold production cliff’: Intierra
New gold discoveries declined by 45% over the past decade.
Mercury pollution linked to illegal gold mining in Peru reaches lethal levels
This is the main conclusion of a new study of mercury contamination in fish and humans in the Peruvian jungle.
Latin America chooses mining investment over environment: report
Study reveals some Latin American countries are racing to attract foreign investors eager to cash in on natural resources.
At least 35 killed in attack on mining hub in Congo
Rebels attacked the copper and cobalt-rich province of Katanga, home to several mines and projects.
Australia’s big miners add more driverless trucks
Companies want to reduce costs and protect profits against future price dips.
Quebec’s Bachelor Lake gold mine set to restart
The company targets annual output at 50,000 to 60,000 ounces.
Exxaro Resources ends coal miners’ strike in South Africa
South Africa's second-biggest coal miner supplies all of the country's coal-powered electricity plants.
Canadian mining investments in Latin America
INTERACTIVE MAP: Explore active mines by company, country, and the year that the mine was acquired.
