How abandoned mines can become clean energy storage systemsA novel technique called Underground Gravity Energy Storage turns decommissioned mines into long-term energy storage solutions.Staff Writer | January 17, 2023 | 7:05 am
Scientists make perovskite solar cells more efficient, stableResearchers at the US’ National Renewable Energy Laboratory have developed…Staff Writer | January 16, 2023 | 6:06 am
Micro EV market expected to reach $180 billion within a decade — reportThe market for electric two-, three-wheelers and microcars will reach…Staff Writer | January 15, 2023 | 8:23 am
Wood Mackenzie boosts battery metals expertise with Roskill buy The consultancy has acquired privately-owned Roskill to prop up its expertise in the metals and materials crucial for the energy transition. Cecilia Jamasmie | June 18, 2021 | 3:43 am
Canada’s Coal Association responds to Ottawa’s thermal coal mine ban Canadian thermal coal will be replaced by dirtier product from elsewhere, says Coal Association. Henry Lazenby | June 16, 2021 | 3:54 pm
Early Tesla investor backs firm that tracks metals supply chain The startup uses artificial intelligence, blockchain and other technologies in its software platform. Bloomberg News | June 15, 2021 | 2:11 pm
Forrest sets sights on reviving Congo’s hydro vision Fortescue says it has held talks with the Democratic Republic of Congo for exclusive rights to develop the Grand Inga suite of projects. Bloomberg News | June 15, 2021 | 9:41 am
VW boss slams G7 leaders for not setting coal phase-out date Volkswagen’s CEO, Herbert Diess, has taken aim at the Group of Seven (G7) for failing to set a firm date to phase out coal power, as well as production of diesel and gas cars. Cecilia Jamasmie | June 15, 2021 | 3:46 am
Karora aims to be a carbon neutral junior gold miner The company owns the Beta Hunt underground gold mine in Western Australia. Canadian Mining Journal Staff | June 14, 2021 | 12:09 pm
China racing to build coal storage capacity as prices soar The coal sector must improve mechanisms to store supply and speed up construction of reserve capacity, an official says. Bloomberg News | June 11, 2021 | 10:59 am
Canada to reject any future thermal coal mining projects Trudeau has pledged that Canada will reduce its emissions by 40% to 45% below 2005 levels by 2030. Bloomberg News | June 11, 2021 | 10:31 am
Anglo’s coal retreat may boost South African fossil fuel output Expansion at Thungela’s could mean the spinoff generates more greenhouse gases than had the mines been gradually run down by Anglo. Bloomberg News | June 10, 2021 | 10:51 pm