Nature emits mercury but not as much as humans do – study
Recent estimates show that mining and burning fossil fuels are still the top sources of mercury in the global ocean.
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The Western Australia-based junior entered the ASX on the right foot, having raised A$15 million ($10m) on a heavily oversubscribed IPO.
Simandou build expected to start in 2024 after almost 30 years of setbacks
Set to be the world’s largest new iron ore mine, the project will add around 5% to global seaborne supply when it comes on line.
Iron ore price at one-week low on faltering demand, steel margins
Iron ore prices declined for a third consecutive session on Monday.
Column: Asia thermal coal imports hit record, but supply keeps prices muted
The overall picture for the seaborne thermal coal market in Asia is that supply has risen by enough to offset strong demand by China.
Spanish activist group blasts exploration project in Huelva
Geoland Services plans to explore 2,000 hectares in the search for graphite, gold, silver, and nickel.
Gold CEO firing deals fresh blow to mining’s battered reputation
A series of disappointments for the mining industry comes against the backdrop of weak commodity prices — although gold has been an exception.
Zimbabwe rescues all 15 trapped miners alive
Fifteen subsistence mine workers had been trapped in an underground shaft at the Redwing mine in Zimbabwe after it collapsed on Thursday.
Brazilian government, miners join forces to improve security in gold mining areas
A new protocol aims to avoid cargo theft by organized crime.