September 10, 2020 Russia’s richest man owns more melting Arctic than anyone The Arctic is warming with such rapid speed—more than twice as fast as the global average—that it serves as a leading indicator.
September 9, 2020 Oil market buckles under pressure of pandemic’s second wave Some of the largest producers in the Middle East are slashing prices for their barrels, signaling a lack of confidence in the recovery.
September 9, 2020 South Africa’s power cuts weigh on miners’ investment decisions Power supply disruptions from Eskom could have a bearing on mining companies' growth.
September 9, 2020 Britain blocks plans for new coal mine in England Government said the proposed development in northeastern England is not likely to provide national, local or community benefits.
September 9, 2020 Prairie Mining takes Poland to arbitration court over coal mines Company says that Warsaw breached bilateral treaties by blocking Prairie's investment in two coal mines.
September 9, 2020 Jiangxi Copper chairman Long retires at 60 Long Ziping has stepped down at his legal retirement age and general manager Zheng Gaoqing will take over the top position in the integrated copper producer.
September 9, 2020 Barrick CEO faces stark test in fight for PNG mine The world's second-largest gold producer lost a key court challenge last week over rights to the Porgera mine.
September 9, 2020 Rio board to debate CEO’s future as pressure mounts over blasts Rio Tinto faces mounting pressure to respond more strongly to the destruction of ancient Aboriginal heritage sites in Australia.
September 8, 2020 Zimbabwe bans mining in wildlife parks Conservationists accused two Chinese companies of exploring for coal in the biggest national park, Hwange.
September 8, 2020 Helium is soaring on red-hot demand, shrinking supply Like gold, helium is an important but finite resource, and new large helium deposits are becoming fewer and farther between.
Argentina’s cradle of Malbec wine is warming up to copper mining The San Jorge copper-gold project, controlled by Zug-based Zonda Metals, would be a first for Mendoza. December 18, 2025 | 10:49 am