European NGO criticizes EU mining waste rules as outdated and inadequate for new mining projects
While Europe often prides itself on having some of the highest environmental and social standards globally, its mining waste regulations […]
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EU mining waste regulations under review: Time for an upgrade to meet new standards
The analysis of the 2006 EU Extractive Waste Directive highlights several critical issues with Europe’s current mining waste regulations. Given
A new mining frontier: The controversy surrounding the green transition in the Dinaric Alps
A new era of mining is unfolding in the Dinaric Alps, the rugged mountain range stretching through the Balkan Peninsula,
EU stands firm on strategic raw materials partnership with Serbia amid protests and political tensions
The European Commission remains committed to its strategic partnership with Serbia on raw materials, despite recent protests and political tensions.
Greenpeace discovers high biodiversity in Arctic area proposed for deep-sea mining, raising environmental concerns
Greenpeace has reported finding significant marine biodiversity in an area of the Arctic slated for deep-sea mining, intensifying concerns over
Serbia’s lithium battle: Protests erupt as Rio Tinto revives controversial mining project
The ongoing conflict over lithium mining in Serbia has escalated, with around 30,000 Serbians taking to the streets of Belgrade
Massive protests erupt in Serbia over Rio Tinto lithium mining project
The situation with the lithium mining project in Serbia is escalating. The large-scale protests reflect significant public concern over potential
Activists urge caution on deep-sea mining amid ongoing ISA negotiations
Environmental activists are voicing strong concerns about the push to establish regulations for commercial deep-sea mining in international waters. Since
Germany opposes lifting ban on deep sea mining amid environmental concerns and resource demand
Germany’s stance on the seabed mining ban reflects a broader debate over the environmental impact versus the potential economic benefits.
Hydrogen Future industries secures €2.25 million licensing deal for green hydrogen systems in Ireland
Hydrogen Future Industries PLC has secured a significant licensing agreement, valued up to €2.25 million, to expand and deploy its
Serbia’s lithium mining controversy: Government u-turn sparks protests amid EU agreement
The situation in Serbia regarding the Jadar lithium mining project and its subsequent political and social ramifications is quite complex.
Continued struggles for Bor residents amid Zijin Mining’s expansion in Serbia
Suzana Jovanovic, a resident near an old surface mine in Bor, Serbia, has seen no improvement in her quality of