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New copper-based surface makes cell phone screens antibacterial

Researchers have designed a transparent copper surface that is non-conductive and resistant against the growth of certain bacteria.

Staff Writer | May 13, 2024 | 6:06 am

US Forest Service kicks off federal permitting process for South32’s Hermosa project

The federal permitting process starts with the environmental review required…

Staff Writer | May 12, 2024 | 11:22 am

Rio Tinto has not ruled out bid for Anglo American — report

While Rio has a smaller market capitalization than rival BHP,…

Cecilia Jamasmie | May 10, 2024 | 6:45 am

Nutrien beats quarterly profit estimates on robust North America demand

An early start to spring planting season in the region…

Reuters | May 9, 2024 | 7:18 am

Nippon Steel sticks to plan to close US Steel deal by year-end

The takeover should bring Nippon Steel's global crude steel capacity…

Reuters | May 9, 2024 | 6:58 am

Fortescue sets up investment platform to fund green energy projects

"Fortescue is taking its global pipeline of green hydrogen and green ammonia projects to final investment decision," Fortescue Energy CEO Mark Hutchinson said.

Reuters | November 16, 2023 | 6:51 am

As Exxon eyes lithium, crucial decision looms on filtration technology

Exxon's expansion into the sector will rely on one or more of a so-far unproven fleet of direct lithium extraction (DLE) technologies.

Reuters | November 14, 2023 | 3:05 pm

Allkem-Livent merger gets regulatory approvals before shareholder vote

The new company, to be called Arcadium Lithium, will be the world's third-biggest producer.

Reuters | November 14, 2023 | 1:26 pm

Recycling can ease critical minerals scarcity, not solve it

The global energy transition may be eclipsed by a critical minerals supply-demand imbalance — unless alternatives are found, experts say.

MINING.COM Editor | November 14, 2023 | 10:12 am

Automakers’ drive to avoid China’s EV rare earth dominance gathers speed

Auto industry expanding efforts to cut rare earth EV use

Reuters | November 14, 2023 | 7:46 am

New scientific insights pave the way to longer-lasting batteries

Lithium metal deposits on battery electrodes are not the cause of performance loss, but rather a side effect.

Staff Writer | November 14, 2023 | 6:56 am

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New copper-based surface makes cell phone screens antibacterial

US Forest Service kicks off federal permitting process for South32’s Hermosa project

Rio Tinto has not ruled out bid for Anglo American — report

Nutrien beats quarterly profit estimates on robust North America demand

Nippon Steel sticks to plan to close US Steel deal by year-end

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Fortescue sets up investment platform to fund green energy projects

As Exxon eyes lithium, crucial decision looms on filtration technology

Allkem-Livent merger gets regulatory approvals before shareholder vote

Recycling can ease critical minerals scarcity, not solve it

Automakers’ drive to avoid China’s EV rare earth dominance gathers speed

New scientific insights pave the way to longer-lasting batteries

US, Indonesia to explore mineral pact as Biden and Jokowi meet

Exxon to start lithium production for EVs in the US by 2027

Arizona copper production: Securing a domestic supply chain