Copper’s biggest mystery is finally cracking
A recent discovery by Jetti Resources could unlock millions of tonnes of new copper to feed power grids, building sites and car fleets.
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Mining coal in your garden is a lucrative business in Poland
Illegal mining has emerged as a new 'lucrative' line of work as Poland grapples with energy shortages.
Anglo American uses technology developed by NASA at Quellaveco mine in Peru
According to the miner, Quellaveco is the first 100% digital mine in Peru and is among the first ones to implement digital twin technology to improve efficiency and safety.
UK, South Africa seek deeper cooperation on critical minerals
London and Pretoria announced a partnership to promote the responsible exploration and production of critical minerals in South Africa.
Electrokinetic mining allows for green, efficient recovery of REEs
Chinese researchers developed the electrokinetic mining technique for the green and efficient recovery of REEs from weathering crusts.
Austral Gold sells Pinguino project in Argentina to ASX-listed E2 Metals
The Pinguino sale marks another stage in the long-running silver, gold, zinc, lead and indium project in south-central Argentina.
Women in Mining Spotlight: Jennifer Prospero
Eldorado Gold’s senior director of sustainability was named to Women in Mining UK list of the top 100 inspirational women in mining around the globe.
First graphite facility opens in Western Australia
International Graphite’s Collie operation is part of push for new production facilities to meet escalating demand for raw materials to support decarbonisation of transport and energy storage.
India considers selling stakes in its mammoth coal, zinc miners
The government is looking to sell 5%-10% in Coal India Ltd., Hindustan Zinc Ltd., Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilizers Ltd. via the so-called offer-for-sale mechanism.