Blockchain platform for sustainability compliance in extractive industries revitalized

Blockchain platform for sustainability compliance revitalized

Everledger says its platform is now being used by diamond retailers to evidence their sustainability credentials and compliance with regulatory requirements.

MINING.COM Staff Writer | April 22, 2021 | 6:06 am

Rio Tinto starts exploration on Solwezi project

The initial 2021 work program budget is $3.2 million and is expected to be completed in late June.

MINING.COM Staff Writer | April 21, 2021 | 9:41 am

Gold price nears 2-month peak as yields slide

The technical scenario for gold has improved since prices broke above key resistance at $1,750, analyst said.

MINING.COM Staff Writer | April 21, 2021 | 9:33 am

Supply deficit sends palladium price to all-time high

Palladium price has climbed more than 17% in 2021, building on five straight annual gains.

MINING.COM Staff Writer | April 21, 2021 | 9:09 am

Two charts show copper price slump may have been overdone

Copper extends rally while China looks to stabilise raw material prices

China's industry ministry said the country will take steps to stabilise raw material prices and strengthen supervision of the market after a spike in prices.

MINING.COM Staff Writer | April 21, 2021 | 8:53 am

Millions awarded to projects aimed at mitigating concrete’s carbon footprint

Projects aimed at mitigating concrete’s carbon footprint receive $7.5m award

With buildings considered responsible for 40% of global annual greenhouse gas emissions, CO2-infused concrete may be the new way of decarbonizing the industry.

MINING.COM Staff Writer | April 21, 2021 | 6:11 am