Deep Sea Mining: A Strategic Crossroads for Global Critical Metals and Ocean Governance
Deep sea mining is emerging as one of the most contentious topics in the global resource debate. While some states […]
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Algeria Accelerates Gara Djebilet Iron Ore Project with 2026 Launch Target and Global Investment Partnerships
Algeria is moving forward with ambitious plans to launch a large-scale mining and processing plant for iron ore from the
ABB report highlights Australian and global mining industry’s progress towards sustainability and decarbonisation
ABB’s “Mining’s Moment” report emphasizes the mining sector’s strides in embracing sustainability and decarbonisation, with a clear recognition that transitioning
Rio Tinto increases capital expenditure and focuses on copper, lithium and clean energy projects
Rio Tinto, the Anglo-Australian mining giant, announced an increase in its capital expenditure guidance for 2025 and forecasted higher copper
China to conduct pioneering deep-sea mining experiment in international waters
A state-owned Chinese company plans to conduct a groundbreaking mining experiment in the Pacific Ocean’s international waters, including areas near
Repositioning the United States as a leader in shaping seabed mining policies
The United States must take a more proactive role in shaping the future of seabed mining by developing a comprehensive
India advances in deep-sea mining trials amid global concerns over environmental impact
In October, India’s National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT) successfully conducted an exploratory mining trial in the Andaman Sea, marking
Mining in the DRC linked to rising reproductive health issues for women
In the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the mining of cobalt and copper—critical materials for battery technologies—appears to be taking
Ghana’s battle against illegal gold mining: A threat to the environment, economy and health
Ghana is grappling with the devastating consequences of illegal gold mining, which continues to wreak havoc on its environment, economy
Phoenix Tailings revolutionizes rare earth metal extraction from mining waste
As the world moves towards cleaner energy solutions, there is an increasing demand for critical metals, particularly rare earth elements,
Conservationists and Native American tribe sue to block Nevada lithium mine threatening endangered wildflower
Conservationists and a Native American tribe are suing the U.S. government to block a lithium mine in Nevada, claiming it
Growing opposition to La Loutre graphite mine project in Quebec’s Gatineau Valley in Canada
As the referendum on the La Loutre graphite mine project near Duhamel, Quebec approaches, a grassroots movement opposing mining activity