The planned Grand Inga hydropower complex in the DRC has been stalled for decades.
Environmental campaigners are challenging the approval of a coking coal mine in northwest England.
Simandou has faced delays due to legal disputes, political changes, and the challenges of building a 600 km rail and port infrastructure.
Located approximately 400 kilometres northwest of Edmonton, the Buffalo Hills project includes 21 mineral leases covering 4,800 hectares.