March 18, 2024

Li-Cycle raises cost estimate for Rochester Hub project again

In October, Li-Cyle paused the construction of its flagship battery recycling facility and later said it was evaluating financing and strategic alternatives.

March 18, 2024

Pebble mine developer sues EPA over Alaska mine veto

Northern Dynasty claims it has spent at least $1 billion over two decades in its efforts to develop the project, which was effectively killed.

March 18, 2024

Global commodity trading profits topped $100 billion for second-best year ever

While earnings fell from 2022’s blockbuster records, profits across the sector still easily eclipsed prior highlights such as in 2008-2009.

March 18, 2024

American Rare Earths says scoping study confirms potential of Wyoming project

The independent report highlights a 3 million tonnes per annum operation with a payback period of 2.9 years.

March 18, 2024

Gold nanoparticles more effective than antibiotics – study

Sugar-coated gold nanoparticles have proven to be effective in destroying bacteria-generated scaffolding.

March 17, 2024

Industry executives expect the world to reach net zero by 2060 – report

The 2050 deadline seems too close for 600 executives in mining, oil and gas, utilities, chemicals and agribusinesses, according to Bain & Company.

March 15, 2024

Graphjet, Energem merge to create direct biomass-to-graphite company

On Friday, Graphjet’s ordinary shares started trading on the Nasdaq.

March 15, 2024

How much does the US depend on Russian uranium?

Despite a new uranium ban being discussed in Congress, the US is still heavily dependent on Russian uranium.

March 15, 2024

Economy chief says Chile’s lithium products likely to get US subsidies

If extended to value-added Chilean lithium, the subsidies will make it more attractive for US companies to invest in the country, said Economy Minister Nicolas Grau.

March 15, 2024

Northern Dynasty takes EPA’s Pebble veto to court

The company is seeking to vacate the EPA veto of its mine development at Pebble.