December 7, 2022 Russian coal exports come roaring back after EU loosens curbs Europe is still not allowed to import Russian coal, but European companies are now allowed to ship the commodity to third countries.
December 7, 2022 EU photovoltaics project pushes for transparency, literally The IMPRESSIVE project has taken on the challenge of developing transparent photovoltaic cells that can be integrated into large surfaces.
December 6, 2022 European Commission weighs sanctions on Russia’s mining industry – FT The ban would be part of a ninth EU sanctions package that officials are planning to discuss with member states in the coming days.
December 5, 2022 US, EU weigh climate-based tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminum The move would mark a novel approach, as the US and EU would seek to use tariffs -- usually employed in trade disputes -- to further their climate agenda.
December 5, 2022 Tharisa annual profit up 7% as chrome prices jump The company's 70% owned Karo Mining Holdings is building a $391 million PGM mine in Zimbabwe.
December 5, 2022 Glencore pays $180 million to Congo to settle corruption claims Deal is the latest payment in a series of graft cases Glencore has faced and covers all alleged corruption activities between 2007 and 2018.
December 5, 2022 Phosphorous-based 2D material may lead to advanced solar cells, Li-ion batteries UK-based researchers say phosphorene nanoribbons or PNRs can be used to help tackle the energy crisis.
December 4, 2022 Lack of refuelling infrastructure hindering adoption of fuel cell vehicles – report The lack of hydrogen refuelling infrastructure hinders fuel cell vehicle rollout, according to IDTechEx.
December 4, 2022 German minister pursuing hydrogen in Namibia, South Africa Minister Robert Habeck is visiting Namibia and South Africa to secure new energy resources for Europe’s biggest economy.
December 2, 2022 HSBC resigns as LME member after exiting industrial metals The bank was a small player in industrial metals, but told Reuters in July 2020 that returns were too low to justify continuing the business.
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