Arafura Rare Earths gets $600m loan guarantee from German insurer The guarantee is subject to Arafura entering supply deals with German firms. Reuters | March 29, 2023 | 9:51 am
Canadian gov’t recognizes mining industry’s critical role in economy, net-zero transition Feds commit to improve the efficiency of the impact assessment and permitting processes for major projects by the end of 2023. Staff Writer | March 29, 2023 | 9:46 am
Montage raises $11 million for drilling at Koné gold project in Côte d’Ivoire Montage says it hopes this project will become the centre of a new gold district. Staff Writer | March 29, 2023 | 9:37 am
Ero Copper adds 18% more gold reserves to Xavantina, extends mine life to 2028 The Xavantina operations are expected to achieve over 60,000 oz. of gold production beginning in 2024. Staff Writer | March 29, 2023 | 9:25 am
US and EU near critical minerals accord to unlock US subsidies The deal will likely be similar to an agreement the US signed with Japan this week. Bloomberg News | March 29, 2023 | 9:16 am
Nuclear row looms over EU renewable energy talks Negotiators from EU countries and the European Parliament are meeting to reach a deal on how fast to expand renewable energy sources this decade. Reuters | March 29, 2023 | 8:19 am
Nutrien CEO says fertilizer supply to stay tight in 2023 Shipments out of major exporters Belarus and Russia are still at least partially constrained. Bloomberg News | March 29, 2023 | 8:11 am
How solar roofs are being used to power electric cars For about 40 years, car companies, startups and DIY enthusiasts have been pursuing the plug-less electric car. Bloomberg News | March 29, 2023 | 8:06 am
Jervois halts Idaho project on weak cobalt prices Shares in the Australian battery metals miner cratered about 42% on the suspension of final construction at the cobalt project. Cecilia Jamasmie | March 29, 2023 | 7:59 am