Coal is the only sector not necessarily affected by Australia's 30-month trade rift with China.

Indonesia is the biggest producer of nickel by a wide margin and is home to around 20% of the world’s deposits of the metal.

Rio said it will proceed with the acquisition of the 49% stake in Turquoise and will work with the special committee for a new shareholder meeting.

BHP plans to splash cash on nickel exploration and a deal with OZ would give it access to projects.

The Ukraine Green Growth Initiative will focus on building out infrastructure projects in energy and communications, including a green energy grid.

The pilot program will be completed by volunteers who are currently undertaking apprenticeships or traineeships with the three companies.

Kurt Schlosser, former head of Tesla’s Australian operations, bought shares in Piedmont Lithium after becoming aware that Tesla had reached an agreement with the mining company.

The company has reached an agreement with the Queensland government to supply all of its Australian power needs from wind and solar generation by 2025