Ditching noble metals improves efficiency of zinc-air batteries

A new metal-nitrogen-carbon catalyst for zinc-air batteries has proven to outperform noble metal catalysts.

Staff Writer | June 10, 2024 | 6:06 am

Nevada Copper files for bankruptcy, names new top boss

It has also halted its Pumpkin Hollow copper mine in Nevada and named Tom Albanese, its lead independent director, as the new chairperson.

Staff Writer | June 10, 2024 | 3:42 am

Argentina’s Salta Province to issue tender for mining projects in Arizaro salt flat

The Salta Energy and Mining Resources company is expected to launch a tender in mid-August for the concession of an area of about 37,000 hectares in the Arizaro salt flat.

Staff Writer | June 9, 2024 | 12:47 pm

Indonesia issues annual nickel ore quota of 240mt for 3 years

The quota issued should be enough, as nickel ore consumption last year was below this, its energy and mineral resources minister said.

Reuters | June 7, 2024 | 8:42 am

Codelco targets 2030 start at Maricunga lithium project

Construction at the project, dubbed “Paloma”(dove), is expected to start in early 2027, with Codelco's partner to be announced in early 2025.

Cecilia Jamasmie | June 7, 2024 | 3:52 am

Manganese X sample passes first phase of EV supply chain testing by US tech firm

The qualification testing is an important aspect of the MOU signed earlier with C4V for a potential manganese offtake deal.

Staff Writer | June 6, 2024 | 1:13 pm

Russia to speed up sole lithium project to cut import reliance

Russia plans to speed up its only lithium production project by 3-4 years from an originally planned 2030.

Reuters | June 6, 2024 | 6:49 am

Pink sea pigs, transparent sea cucumbers discovered in area targeted by deep-sea miners

A 45-day expedition to the Clarion Clipperton Zone discovered several species not previously described by science.

Staff Writer | June 6, 2024 | 6:06 am

Most energy and mining projects 20% over budget — study

About $1.5bn invested in energy transition-related projects are at risk through 2030, research from Bain & Company shows.

Staff Writer | June 6, 2024 | 2:00 am

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