Congo questions Apple on concerns about use of conflict minerals

Apple previously pledged to source “responsibly” and work to improve working conditions among mining communities, including in Congo.

Bloomberg News | April 25, 2024 | 3:00 am

Lower iron, nickel and copper prices weigh on Vale’s quarterly earnings

One of the largest iron ore producers in the world, posted a $1.7 billion net profit for the quarter ended in March, while analysts polled by LSEG were expecting a $1.9 billion profit.

Reuters | April 24, 2024 | 4:45 pm

BHP targets Anglo American in bid valued at $39 billion

Takeover would represent the first mega deal among the world’s biggest diversified miners in over a decade.

Bloomberg News | April 24, 2024 | 3:39 pm

American Battery updates assessment of Tonopah Flats lithium project

The Tonopah Flats claystone is one of the largest lithium resources in the United States.

Staff Writer | April 24, 2024 | 11:52 am

Power Nickel earns 80% of Nisk project in Quebec, adds polymetallic zone

The filing of a resource estimate in November qualified Power Nickel for 30% more in the project to conclude the earn-in agreement.

Staff Writer | April 24, 2024 | 11:32 am

Battery recycling shatters the myth of electric-vehicle waste

Though still in its infancy, EV recycling is already profitable and capable of recovering more than 95% of the key minerals.

Bloomberg News | April 24, 2024 | 8:34 am

Codelco defends lithium deal ahead of SQM shareholder meeting

Initially, the Chilean state will get an estimated 70% of proceeds from new production, rising to 85% from 2031.

Bloomberg News | April 24, 2024 | 7:10 am

E-haul trucks could result in major savings for miners but adoption is slow – report

A new report by IDTechEx states that even though investing in e-haul trucks could result in major savings for miners, adoption is still in its nascent stages.

Staff Writer | April 24, 2024 | 6:06 am

Atlantic Lithium touts progress at Ghana’s project

It expects to break ground at its Ewoyaa project, which will be Ghana’s first lithium mine, later this year.

Cecilia Jamasmie | April 24, 2024 | 5:41 am

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