Cobalt mining in the DRC: Unveiling the environmental and human costs
Electric vehicle batteries rely heavily on cobalt, but mining this crucial element can result in severe environmental and human costs. In a recent investigation for...
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Enhancing strategic partnerships for critical minerals: The need for transparency and responsibility in clean energy transitions
As governments shift away from fossil fuels and push for clean energy, there is a growing focus on securing critical mineral supplies. Essential materials like...
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...
China’s deep-sea mining surge: Environmental risks and geopolitical implications
China is swiftly asserting its dominance in the largely unregulated realm of deep-sea mining, raising critical concerns about the environmental and geopolitical consequences of extracting...
China’s lead in critical minerals faces pressure amid rising global demand
The demand for critical minerals like copper, cobalt, lithium and nickel is surging as the world increasingly relies on new technologies crucial for the green transition....
The Hidden costs of clean energy: The environmental and human impact of lithium and cobalt mining
As the world pushes toward cleaner energy to combat climate change, the transition from fossil fuels to renewable sources is seen as crucial for the...
Magna Terra Minerals acquires Humber copper-cobalt project in Newfoundland, Canada
Canadian company Magna Terra Minerals has acquired the Humber copper-cobalt project in western Newfoundland through staking. The Humber project, an early-stage exploration initiative, spans 33,125...
Navigating West Africa’s mineral boom: Infrastructure investments and geopolitical realignments
As global demand for energy transition minerals like cobalt, copper, lithium and rare earths rises, West African nations are striving to maximize their share of...
Eurobattery Minerals secures full ownership of FinnCobalt, enhancing Hautalampi project development
Eurobattery Minerals AB (listed on Nordic Growth Market as “BAT” and Börse Stuttgart as “EBM”) has finalized its acquisition of the remaining 30% stake in...
Kingsrose Mining commences drilling at Rånbogen prospect in Råna nickel-copper-cobalt project
Metals One, a Europe-focused mining company, announced on that its partner and operator, Kingsrose Mining, will start core drilling at the Rånbogen prospect in August....