Latin America’s chance to transform mining and lead the energy transition
Latin America’s tumultuous relationship with mining dates back to the conquistadors’ plundering of gold and silver for the Spanish crown. […]
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Africa’s crucial role in shaping the future of deep-sea mining and ocean conservation
As negotiations to establish rules for commercial deep-sea mining in international waters resume this week at the International Seabed Authority
Addressing water stewardship challenges in Africa’s growing mining sector
As mining activities expand across Africa, the focus on water stewardship becomes increasingly crucial. While many countries benefit from the
High Court hearing tests future of controversial Whitehaven coal mine project in UK
A High Court hearing in London is examining the legality of a proposed coal mine in Whitehaven, Cumbria, amid a
Mining giants lobby against national environmental reforms, citing economic concerns
Recent documents obtained under freedom of information laws reveal that mining giants, including Hancock Prospecting and Rio Tinto, have lobbied
Environmental and indigenous rights concerns Lead BASF and Eramet to withdraw from Indonesian nickel project
On June 24, BASF and Eramet announced their decision to cancel a major green energy project in Indonesia, citing concerns
Navigating the energy transition: Balancing progress and protection on indigenous lands
The shift to sustainable energy is crucial for our future, but it requires a significant increase in the extraction of
Mass protests erupt in Serbia against controversial lithium mining project amid environmental concerns
The protest against the controversial lithium mining project in western Serbia reflects a deep-seated tension between environmental concerns and economic
From sovereignty to subordination: The evolution of African mining ownership
In the early years following independence, African governments reclaimed sovereignty over their metal and mineral resources previously exploited by European
Rising demand for critical minerals fuels human rights concerns in mining sector
As the world accelerates the deployment of clean energy technologies, the demand for critical minerals used in these technologies has
Kyrgyzstan’s uranium mining resumption sparks environmental concerns amid economic promise
Environmental activists in Kyrgyzstan are raising alarms over the potential for a disaster following the parliament’s decision to lift a
Driving the renewable energy transition: The critical role of minerals and responsible mining
The global push towards renewable energy is set to significantly increase demand for critical minerals and metals such as lithium,