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...
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Norwegian discovery of 8.8 million tonnes of rare earths: A game-changer for Europe’s mineral security
Recently, a groundbreaking discovery of 8.8 million tonnes of rare earths was made in south-east Norway. This find could significantly impact Europe’s mineral security and...
EU and Australia sign strategic pact on sustainable critical minerals
The European Union (EU) and Australia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to foster bilateral cooperation on sustainable critical and strategic minerals. The agreement...
Tapping Greenland’s mineral wealth: A strategic US-EU partnership for the future
As the global race for green resources intensifies, the United States and the European Union should turn their attention to Greenland, the large, resource-rich island...
Glencore CEO: Cobalt market oversupply due to slower EV growth and new battery tech
The cobalt market is facing significant volatility, with prices plummeting to their lowest levels since 2016. This downturn is largely attributed to slower-than-expected growth in...
US and Argentina sign pact to enhance critical minerals cooperation and supply chain security
The United States and Argentina have formalized a new agreement aimed at bolstering their collaboration on critical minerals, the US State Department announced on Thursday....
BHP deploys first electric excavator fleet at Yandi iron ore mine, advancing decarbonization goals
BHP has marked a significant milestone in its efforts to decarbonize operations by launching its first electric excavator fleet at the Yandi iron ore mine...
China’s zinc smelters weigh production cuts as processing fees plunge and demand weakens
China’s major zinc smelters are contemplating potential output reductions following a significant drop in processing fees and weak global demand. This unprecedented decline in fees,...
Expanding cobalt and lithium production: The role of the Lobito Corridor and the need for local refining
By 2040, the demand for clean-energy technologies will necessitate a dramatic increase in the supply of critical minerals, with lithium needed 40 times more, graphite...
Mali’s gold reserves decline by 17% amid production challenges
Mali’s gold reserves decreased by 17% from 2022 to 2024, totaling 731 metric tons, according to recent data from the mines ministry. This drop from...