PDAC 2022: Colombia pushes diversification of mining sector as presidential vote looms
Colombia has been trying to diversify its mining sector away from thermal coal.
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Investors want a projection of emissions from coal between now and 2050, as well as assurances that coal production won’t rise.
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.
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.
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.
EnergyX disqualified from Bolivian lithium race on technicality, company says
Six firms are still competing to secure a partnership, none of them have exploited lithium at a commercial scale before.
Orla Mining expands into Nevada with $187m Gold Standard Ventures acquisition
Gold Standard's main asset is the South Railroad open-pit project located on the Carlin trend in Nevada.
