July 18, 2021

Vulcan Energy signs lithium hydroxide supply deal with LG Chem unit

It is the first deal of its kind for Vulcan's project in Germany, and would account for a quarter of total output once the project is fully ramped up from…

July 15, 2021

Bad weather may cost Rio Tinto its iron ore crown

Company reported a 12% fall in quarterly iron ore shipments on Friday after storms affected its West Australian operations.

July 14, 2021

Whitehaven Coal expects govt to decide by Aug 30 on controversial mine expansion

A court ruled in May that climate change factors must be considered in the decision about the Vickery coal mine expansion.

July 13, 2021

Zombie mines are coming back to life on soaring metals prices

A strong price environment had seen miners look at the economics of reopening mothballed operations, one consultancy says.

July 13, 2021

Western Australia plans world’s biggest renewable energy hub

The Western Green Energy Hub (WGEH) would stretch across an area bigger than greater Sydney, and could produce up to 50 gigawatts of energy.

July 12, 2021

Rio Tinto to keep South African operation shut

Richards Bay Minerals, shut down following the murder of the top manager, will open only if safety of people is guaranteed.

July 11, 2021

Sayona Mining raises $33.7m to fund deal, lithium project

The company plans to integrate the mine owned by North American Lithium with its Authier lithium project to create the Abitibi lithium hub.

July 9, 2021

Russell: Robust China coal demand amid Australia import ban fuels price rally

Seaborne coal has become a quiet winner among energy commodities, lacking the attention of higher-profile crude oil and LNG.

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.