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New minerals data compilation released for British Columbia’s Golden Triangle

A collaboration between Geoscience BC and the mineral exploration sector created a new public data compilation to guide decisions about exploration for critical minerals in the province.

MINING.com Editor | September 1, 2021 | 3:04 pm

Scientists ‘stretch’ li-ion batteries storage capacity, lifespan

Researchers at the University of Southern California propose introducing “stretch”…

MINING.COM Staff Writer | August 31, 2021 | 6:06 am

The power of a uranium pellet

Using research from the U.S. Department of Energy, this graphic…

Niccolo Conte - Visual Capitalist Elements | August 30, 2021 | 10:57 am

Ancient remains send warning message on current lead exposure in humans

Those most directly affected are miners and employees in recycling…

MINING.COM Staff Writer | August 29, 2021 | 8:08 am

How Afghanistan’s $1 trillion mining wealth sold the war

US media regurgitates a 2010 New York Times frontpage story…

Frik Els | August 27, 2021 | 12:19 pm

Canada tax write-off for mining EVs welcomed by MAC

The Canadian government will extend the business tax deduction for zero-emission vehicles and equipment to cover mining operations.

MINING.com Staff Writter | March 3, 2020 | 2:21 pm

PDAC: ‘M&A is back,’ says Barrick’s Catherine Raw

Last year was the busiest year for mergers and acquisitions in the precious metals sector since 2010.

Northern Miner Staff | March 3, 2020 | 1:42 pm

70% of miners say new business models needed

KPMG report found the industry needs greater transparency and more responsible mining practices.

MINING.COM Staff Writer | March 3, 2020 | 12:24 pm

Norway adopts Canada’s initiative for sustainable mining

TSM requires companies to assess their performance across eight areas, including energy use and greenhouse gas emissions.

MINING.com Staff Writer | March 2, 2020 | 1:32 pm

PDAC 2020: Coronavirus weighs on mining outlook

Sparse attendance in Toronto convention shows impact of the virus outbreak.

Alisha Hiyate - Canadian Mining Journal | March 2, 2020 | 12:42 pm

Global exploration budget declines 3% in 2019 – report

The latest S&P report attributes the lower budget to challenging prices for many commodities throughout the year.

Jackson Chen | March 2, 2020 | 11:02 am

Big copper conference joins list of gatherings canceled on virus

Cesco Conference in Santiago has been canceled due to concerns over travel risks associated with the coronavirus.

Bloomberg News | March 2, 2020 | 9:46 am

Autonomous drones map historic gold mine in Finland

Rupert Resources joined forces with Exyn Technologies to assess the volume remaining stopes at the Pahtavaara mine.

MINING.COM Staff Writer | March 2, 2020 | 8:05 am

US launches tool to stake claim to world’s rare earth minerals

The U.S. has become increasingly concerned about securing a stable supply of critical minerals used in car batteries, solar panels and wind turbines.

Bloomberg News | March 1, 2020 | 1:14 pm

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