Glencore gets rich on coal, but questions persist over exit plan
Investors want a projection of emissions from coal between now and 2050, as well as assurances that coal production won’t rise.
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Samarco, creditors to discuss restructuring proposals on June 21
Creditors rejected the company's last proposal on April 18 and filed an alternative plan a month later.
Microbes may be capable of causing damage to massive nuclear facility
University of Toronto researchers are studying whether bentonite clay, a material used to wrap nuclear fuel containers, could support microbial life that could damage them.
Flooding forces Sibanye-Stillwater to halt Montana mines
The company said no injuries had been reported after the floods, but the road to its Stillwater mine is cut off.
Argentina offers tax sweeteners to encourage fledgling copper sector
Argentina said it would introduce a new optional tax regime for copper producers that could potentially lower export duties.
If a recession is imminent, consider gold and bitcoin
Gold is ideal for older investors who seek a tried-and-true defensive position, while Bitcoin is ideal for someone who has a longer retirement horizon and who wants a more aggressive asset.
Rio Tinto unveils changes following workplace survey that uncovered racism, harassment
RIO is designing new reporting mechanisms for its employees and training modules for top leaders to spot “unacceptable” behaviours in the workplace.
Colombia stepping up oil, coal production amid Russia sanctions
Oil and mining combined provide more than 50% of Colombia's monthly exports, according to government figures.
Lynas awarded $120m DOD contract to build commercial heavy rare earths facility in US
The facility is expected to be located within an existing industrial area on the Gulf Coast of the state of Texas and targeted to be operational in financial year 2025.
