July 9, 2021

Australia to appeal climate ruling that threatens fossil fuels

Environment Minister Sussan Ley has “formed the view there are grounds on which to appeal,” her office said Friday in a statement, without specifying details of the issues the government…

July 8, 2021

Rio Tinto, POSCO join forces to cut steel sector emissions

Partnership will explore a range of technologies for decarbonization across the value chain from iron ore mining to steelmaking.

July 8, 2021

Australia must weigh climate change in mine approvals — court

Federal judge has ruled the environment minister has a duty to consider risks emissions pose to young people when approving coal mines or expansions.

July 7, 2021

New Caledonia elects pro-independence candidate Louis Mapou as president

Mapou sits on the board of directors of Eramet.

July 7, 2021

Social risks accelerate in coal sector – report

Moody's warns the coal industry will face increasing risks related to worker safety and human capital.

July 7, 2021

Australia’s Minerals Council sets down code to stamp out sexual harassment

Australia's top mining industry body on Wednesday set out a code for its members to eliminate sexual harassment, after several incidents in Western Australia state renewed focus on the issue.

July 7, 2021

Sandfire granted licence for copper mine in Botswana

The 3.2 million tonnes per annum Motheo open pit mine could help Botswana curb its dependence on diamond mining.

July 6, 2021

Top Australian coal mines are spewing more methane than rivals

For every tonne of coal produced in the Bowen Basin region in Queensland state, an average of 7.5 kg of the potent greenhouse gas is released.

July 6, 2021

Australian coal miners recapitalise, eye BHP assets and other M&A

Buoyed by a rebound in the price of coal, miners are dusting off expansion plans and raising capital for new projects and acquisitions.

July 6, 2021

Fortescue produces first green iron ore, part of carbon neutrality goal

The company has produced both green iron and green cement in trials that are part of its goal to be a top player in the renewable energy market.