Funds return to LME nickel with $4.6 billion in short positionsMeasured by value, that’s a record in data going back to 2018, while in tonnage terms the mismatch is near an all-time high seen in 2019.Bloomberg News | October 18, 2023 | 9:39 am
‘Green’ battery recycling technique allows for massive recovery of aluminum, lithiumA recently developed method allows for the recovery of 100%…Staff Writer | October 18, 2023 | 5:15 am
Umicore shares up as Canada offers subsidies for battery plant in OntarioThe Canadian and Ontario governments pledged to grant the battery…Staff Writer | October 17, 2023 | 10:54 am
Russian coal exports come roaring back after EU loosens curbs Europe is still not allowed to import Russian coal, but European companies are now allowed to ship the commodity to third countries. Bloomberg News | December 7, 2022 | 7:47 am
EU photovoltaics project pushes for transparency, literally The IMPRESSIVE project has taken on the challenge of developing transparent photovoltaic cells that can be integrated into large surfaces. Staff Writer | December 7, 2022 | 6:41 am
European Commission weighs sanctions on Russia’s mining industry – FT The ban would be part of a ninth EU sanctions package that officials are planning to discuss with member states in the coming days. Reuters | December 6, 2022 | 8:18 am
US, EU weigh climate-based tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminum The move would mark a novel approach, as the US and EU would seek to use tariffs -- usually employed in trade disputes -- to further their climate agenda. Bloomberg News | December 5, 2022 | 2:43 pm
Tharisa annual profit up 7% as chrome prices jump The company's 70% owned Karo Mining Holdings is building a $391 million PGM mine in Zimbabwe. Reuters | December 5, 2022 | 7:07 am
Glencore pays $180 million to Congo to settle corruption claims Deal is the latest payment in a series of graft cases Glencore has faced and covers all alleged corruption activities between 2007 and 2018. Cecilia Jamasmie | December 5, 2022 | 6:53 am
Phosphorous-based 2D material may lead to advanced solar cells, Li-ion batteries UK-based researchers say phosphorene nanoribbons or PNRs can be used to help tackle the energy crisis. Staff Writer | December 5, 2022 | 6:06 am
Lack of refuelling infrastructure hindering adoption of fuel cell vehicles – report The lack of hydrogen refuelling infrastructure hinders fuel cell vehicle rollout, according to IDTechEx. Staff Writer | December 4, 2022 | 11:30 am
German minister pursuing hydrogen in Namibia, South Africa Minister Robert Habeck is visiting Namibia and South Africa to secure new energy resources for Europe’s biggest economy. Bloomberg News | December 4, 2022 | 10:14 am