A new mining frontier: The controversy surrounding the green transition in the Dinaric Alps
A new era of mining is unfolding in the Dinaric Alps, the rugged mountain range stretching through the Balkan Peninsula, driven by the demand for...
Category : ESG
What Does the Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture Say About the Study for the Jadar Project?
The Faculty of Agriculture completed a “Pedological Study” for the Jadar project in 2020, commissioned by Rio Sava Exploration Ltd., with which a confidentiality agreement...
U.S. and Canada address Kootenai River pollution concerns with new environmental review
Officials from the U.S. and Canada are taking action to address long-standing concerns from Native American tribes and environmental groups in Idaho regarding water contamination...
Navigating geopolitical tensions: Strategies for African governments in mining negotiations
Negotiations between African governments and foreign investors in the mining sector are often shaped by diverse skills, technical expertise and information imbalances, influencing the outcomes...
Ensuring a sustainable green future: Addressing challenges in critical mineral supply and demand
Critical minerals are essential raw materials that societies need but which are at risk of shortage. Their importance varies by country. For example, phosphate rock...
UK urged to reopen mines as China dominates global critical minerals market
China’s dominance in the production and processing of critical minerals has raised alarms globally, prompting the UK to reassess its own reserves. The UK House...
Digging into Lithium: Serbia’s Environmental Struggles
Although political tensions usually ease during the summer, the serious announcements by the ruling parties to begin lithium mining have led to protests against the...
Merdeka Copper Gold advances decarbonization efforts to support Indonesia’s net zero emissions target
Merdeka Copper Gold (MDKA) is spearheading significant decarbonization initiatives to support Indonesia’s goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2060. The mining giant is transitioning...
Lithium Before Lithium: How Nickel Mining in Western Serbia Failed 15 Years Ago
The recent events surrounding the opening of a lithium mine near Loznica, including citizen protests and assurances of significant investments and state revenues, are not...
Indonesian coal sector faces risks from unreported methane emissions
Coal mining companies in Indonesia face growing risks due to unreported methane emissions, which could hinder their decarbonization goals and elevate environmental and investment risks....