BHP and Vale square off in London court Vale is challenging BHP’s claim that the two miners should split any fines over the deadly 2015 dam collapse in Brazil. Cecilia Jamasmie | July 12, 2023 | 5:51 am
Renewable-energy analysis startup Orennia raises $19 million in funding Orennia's CEO Brook Papau says the funds will allow the Calgary-based firm to double in size over the next 12 months. Jeffrey Jones - The Globe and Mail | July 12, 2023 | 4:54 am
Russia, other BRICS nations planning new gold-backed currency The Russian Embassy in Kenya declared that "the BRICS countries are planning to introduce a new trading currency, which will be backed by gold.” Staff Writer | July 11, 2023 | 4:22 pm
Calibre on the front foot with third quarterly production record In the June quarter, Calibre produced 68,776 oz. gold, representing a 15% increase compared to the same period in 2022. Henry Lazenby | July 11, 2023 | 4:01 pm
Rio Tinto, Sumitomo to make low-carbon alumina at Queensland refinery The trial technology could cut emissions from the sector that accounts for up to 3% of Australia's total emissions. Reuters | July 11, 2023 | 3:49 pm
A showdown in Jamaica is deciding the fate of the deep ocean As the International Seabed Authority meets in Kingston this week, it will be writing rules for deep sea mining that threatens the very ecosystems in need of preservation. Bloomberg News | July 11, 2023 | 2:02 pm
Concentration of critical minerals’ supply intensifies despite diversification efforts Concentration of supply intensified for some critical minerals in 2022, despite US and Europe's efforts to diversify and reduce reliance on China. Staff Writer | July 11, 2023 | 11:23 am
Canada probes Nike, Dynasty Gold over alleged use of forced labor in China Canada's corporate ethics watchdog has launched investigations into Dynasty Gold to probe allegations of Uyghur forced labour. Reuters | July 11, 2023 | 10:56 am
Gowest making ‘excellent progress’ toward Bradshaw gold mine restart The first long-hole blast at Bradshaw was initiated on July 4, between the 45 and 30 metre levels. Staff Writer | July 11, 2023 | 9:49 am