August 9, 2023 Ford shuts down in Brazil, and China’s top EV maker comes to the rescue The resurrection of the former Ford plant represents the grand industrial ambitions of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
August 9, 2023 Mining is growing rapidly – so are investor-state disputes New study shows dramatic increase in investor-state disputes and 80% of miners and counsel involved in arbitration expect greater government intervention over the next year.
August 9, 2023 Investor that took on Exxon targets deals in critical minerals Investment fund Engine No. 1, known for its battle with Exxon and recently taking a surprise stake in Vale’s base metals business, is eying more deals in critical minerals.
August 9, 2023 Ramaco shares dive as coal outlook softens, board okays rare earths buildout Headline earnings, adjusting for non-recurring items, fell 38% yearly to $30 million.
August 9, 2023 Perpetua reaches final settlement to resolve Clean Water Act lawsuit The agreement provides for total payments of $5 million by Perpetua over a four-year period.
August 9, 2023 Nanoscale gold tattoos may provide early warnings of health problems Gold tattoos get scientists closer to tracking the health of individual cells.
August 8, 2023 Piedmont Lithium’s plans to supply Tesla face skeptical North Carolina officials Company officials updated the Gaston County Board of Commissioners on plans for water treatment, blasting and other issues at a public information meeting.
August 8, 2023 Syrah Resources inks deal with Samsung SDI to assess anode material supply The graphite producer also said it was targeting readiness for a final investment decision on the expansion of the vertically integrated Vidalia facility's production capacity.
August 8, 2023 University researchers advance renewable mining strategies in Wyoming’s Powder River Basin Research is to show that aligning power consumption with renewable power availability reduces the environmental impact of power generation and also improves the bottom line for mining companies.
August 8, 2023 Charted: America’s import reliance of critical minerals The US is 100% reliant on imports for at least 12 key minerals deemed critical by the government.
Copper price racks up longest rally since 2017 with bulls at the helm Futures have rallied by more than 40% this year, setting up the biggest annual advance since 2009. December 30, 2025 | 09:12 am
