Chile fines Lundin mine $9 million for environmental infractions

The Caserones copper mine has been fined the equivalent of $9 million for serious water-use violations.

Reuters | August 1, 2023 | 3:29 pm

Codelco requests permit for $2.5 billion Ministro Hales mine extension

The project aims to boost production capacity of copper concentrate from the current 700,000 metric tons a year to 830,000 tons.

Reuters | August 1, 2023 | 2:51 pm

Lithium Americas shareholders approve split

The new Lithium Americas will own the Thacker Pass lithium project in Nevada, while Lithium Argentina will focus on the assets held in the South American country.

Cecilia Jamasmie | August 1, 2023 | 3:40 am

Carajás in Brazil could be a top producer of copper in 10 years, CEO says

“That’s the super secret. There’s a lot of copper up there,” said Ero Copper CEO David Strang.

Bruno Venditti | July 31, 2023 | 10:21 am

Rio Tinto, Codelco join forces to find more copper in Chile

They will explore for the coveted metal in concessions held by Agua de la Falda, in which Rio has a 55% interest.

Cecilia Jamasmie | July 31, 2023 | 10:21 am

Ecuadorean votes could bar oil output in Amazon reserve, mining near Quito

Ecuadoreans will decide in two August referendums whether oil and mining projects in key regions of the country can continue.

Reuters | July 31, 2023 | 9:57 am

Serabi Gold shares jump on deal with Brazil indigenous groups

Representatives of indigenous communities have stated their support for the long-term development of the Coringa gold project in Para state.

Cecilia Jamasmie | July 31, 2023 | 5:56 am

Glencore buys Pan American’s stake in Argentinean copper project

Pan American is selling its 56% interest in the MARA copper project, added to its portfolio as part of the acquisition of Yamana Gold.

Cecilia Jamasmie | July 31, 2023 | 4:06 am

Bolivian Indigenous group declares local emergency to counteract gold mining cooperatives’ actions

The Indigenous Peoples of La Paz Central Group issued a local state of emergency following an attempt by gold mining co-ops to modify the zoning of protected areas.

Valentina Ruiz Leotaud | July 30, 2023 | 2:16 pm

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