Environmental groups have long criticized the environmental impact of the open-pit mine, and filed several lawsuits aimed at halting its operations.

The world’s third-biggest coal miner after China and India undercounts methane emissions from production of the fuel by six to seven times, according to Ember.

Oil companies plan to take advantage of emerging technologies to filter lithium from brine, as the world seeks to move away from fossil fuels.

Ousmane Sonko launched its presidential campaign platform with promises to renegotiate mining and energy contracts.