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UK launches critical minerals data centre

To be run by the British Geological Survey, the centre will use the data to help to find ways to source minerals needed for green technologies.

Cecilia Jamasmie | July 4, 2022 | 6:34 am

Minerals from Antarctica give clues to potentially habitable locations on Mars

Minerals found in samples of material from Antarctica could give…

Staff Writer | June 30, 2022 | 6:06 am

Nicola Mining, UBC partner to find new porphyry copper targets in British Columbia

UBC Mineral Deposit Research Unit awarded $2 million from the…

Staff Writer | June 29, 2022 | 1:00 pm

Space tech start up discovers path to emission-free future for steel industry on earth

Helios scientists discovered that technology created for a reactor built…

Staff Writer | June 28, 2022 | 3:57 pm

Geoscience BC expands mineral database searchable by location

In total, 1,262 NI 43-101 reports relating to mineral exploration…

Staff Writer | June 28, 2022 | 1:16 pm

Australia holds mining career camp for Indigenous girls

Twelve Indigenous girls are being inspired to pursue careers in mining, with a five-day educational camp being held this week.

MINING.com Editor | April 21, 2021 | 1:24 pm

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

Yukon, First Nations release mineral development report

The rights of Indigenous peoples is at the heart of the Yukon Mineral Development Report prepared by an independent committee of government and First Nations representatives.

Canadian Mining Journal Staff | April 20, 2021 | 9:54 am

Nuclear scanning allows for better detection of precious metals in drill cores, scientists say

Researchers from ANSTO and Macquarie University proved that using neutrons from the OPAL reactor provides new clarity for mineralogical assessments.

Valentina Ruiz Leotaud | April 18, 2021 | 7:30 am

BC First Nation, Skeena Resources reach mining partnership peak

Tahltan Nation takes equity stake in Eskay Creek gold project, Skeena returns Spectrum mineral claims for nature conservancy.

Amanda Stutt | April 16, 2021 | 1:45 pm

How ESG factors impact recruiting in mining

With industry and investor awareness and attention increasing, environmental, social governance issues are influencing hiring requirements and skills employers are seeking in candidates.

MINING.com Editor | April 15, 2021 | 11:33 am

Odds ‘n’ Sods: Close encounters of the polar bear kind

Everyone who's explored in Canada has a bear story, but the holy grail of close shaves is the polar bear story.

Ralph Rushton and David Clark | April 14, 2021 | 1:03 pm

Space mining enthusiasts to discuss legal framework, funding

The Space Resources Week runs from April 19 to 22 as a free phygital event — combining physical and digital channels.

Cecilia Jamasmie | April 13, 2021 | 9:13 am

Scientists’ insight to move the hydrogen mobility needle a notch

New research by the Argonne National Laboratory looks at the role of perovskite oxides that contain lanthanum or strontium, and cobalt combined with oxygen.

MINING.COM Staff Writer | April 13, 2021 | 6:11 am

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