China coal group says peak demand imminent as clean power grows Coal is being displaced in the power sector due to a surge in wind and solar additions last year, says the China National Coal Association. Bloomberg News | March 8, 2024 | 3:05 am
British Columbia puts restrictions on mineral claims, mining in two First Nations territories Province protects Gitxaała and Ehattesaht Nations interests while it works to modernize BC’s Mineral Tenure Act. Staff Writer | March 7, 2024 | 4:26 pm
US backs Australian, Brazil rare earths projects for up to $850 million If confirmed, this would be the first ever US investment in an Australian rare earths project. Reuters | March 7, 2024 | 3:56 pm
Panama asks First Quantum to suspend visitor program at disputed copper mine The company is seeking $20 billion from the Panama government through international arbitration. Reuters | March 7, 2024 | 3:46 pm
Zinc price rallies as traders unwind bearish bets on better outlook Support has also come from a report this week that South Korea’s Young Poong Corp. cut production at its Seokpo smelter. Bloomberg News | March 7, 2024 | 2:40 pm
From competitor to partner, AI joins forces with explorers Explorers now have to compete with a tech sector foaming on steroids… artificial intelligence. James Cooper | March 7, 2024 | 1:33 pm
Hitachi Energy names new chief executive officer Andreas Schierenbeck's appointment is effective July 1. Staff Writer | March 7, 2024 | 1:16 pm
Forsys Metals shares jump on uranium project licence renewal Its exclusive prospecting licence for the Namibplaas uranium deposit has been renewed for two years. Staff Writer | March 7, 2024 | 12:32 pm
Karora in merger talks with Ramelius Resources The Canadian gold miner has its integrated Beta Hunt Gold Mine and Higginsville Gold Operations in Western Australia. Staff Writer | March 7, 2024 | 10:37 am
