Six new large mines need to come online annually by 2050 to meet global copper demand – study To meet the copper needs of electrifying the global vehicle fleet by 2050, as many as six new large copper mines must be brought online. Staff Writer | May 22, 2024 | 5:25 am
US Critical Materials to deploy AI-powered tech for rare earth exploration With VerAI’s AI-powered targeting technology, the company intends to set new industry standards for environmentally conscious mineral exploration activities. Staff Writer | May 21, 2024 | 10:44 am
Ma’aden extracts lithium from seawater The Saudi Arabia project is still a pilot and not yet at commercially viable levels, Ma'aden's CEO said. Staff Writer | May 21, 2024 | 10:02 am
Power Nickel shares jump on Nisk drill results The Nisk deposit was first discovered by Inco, now Vale, in 1962. Staff Writer | May 21, 2024 | 9:19 am
Kuya Silver begins production at Bethania mine in Peru Production is expected to ramp up progressively over the next year to an initial target of 350 tonnes per day. Staff Writer | May 21, 2024 | 8:54 am
Sandvik, Glencore explore second life for BEV batteries with energy storage pilot The energy storage pilot is expected to support mine services such as lighting and light EV charging at the Glencore operations. Staff Writer | May 21, 2024 | 8:18 am
Metal waste can be turned into catalyst for hydrogen production Swarf, a byproduct of the metal machining industry, can anchor atoms of platinum or cobalt, leading to an efficient electrocatalyst. Staff Writer | May 21, 2024 | 6:06 am
Gold price hits $2,450 on rate cut optimism, geopolitical risks The metal's strength has been linked to central bank purchases, robust demand from Asia and elevated geopolitical tensions. Staff Writer | May 20, 2024 | 8:58 am
Clash between mining co-ops in Bolivia leaves one person dead, two injured The incident took place near the Tipuani River, one of the most important gold mining areas in Bolivia. Staff Writer | May 19, 2024 | 8:02 am
Deep-sea mining dust clouds travel long distances – research A portion of the stirred-up bottom material caused by deep-sea mining remains visible in the water at long distances. Staff Writer | May 19, 2024 | 6:03 am
Horizonte Minerals in administration after failed financing attempt The company has already requested a suspension of trading in its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange. Staff Writer | May 17, 2024 | 10:09 am
Green chemistry process helps recover noble metals from e-waste Researchers developed sustainable dissolution methods for extracting noble metals from computers, cell phones, and solar panels. Staff Writer | May 17, 2024 | 6:06 am