Mining ‘green metals’ may increase pressure on key biodiversity areas – study
Researchers found that mining metals for a clean energy transition creates further pressure on the biodiversity located in mineral-rich landscapes.
How CO2 makes ‘green metals’ accessible to miners
Scientists discovered that carbon dioxide plays a crucial role in making metals used in green technologies accessible for mining.
How technology can help miners comply with new global tailings standard guidelines
Robin Bolton, head of sustainability at IsoMetrix, said that linking datasets and asset performance data is key.
Venezuelan Indigenous group rejects presence of state-owned mining company on their land
The Pemón First Nation said the opening of an office of the Venezuelan Mining Corporation on their land formalizes mining activities in protected areas.
New generation of hydrogen vehicles may use less platinum – research
Researchers developed a catalyst that only needs a fraction of the amount of platinum that current hydrogen fuel cells for cars do.
This is why lithium-ion batteries fail
UK-based researchers identified a potential new degradation mechanism for electric vehicle batteries.
Global gold production to grow 2.5% by 2029 – report
Fitch Solutions says global gold production will increase from 106moz in 2020 to 133moz by 2029.
New minister wants to update Dominican Republic’s mining law
Antonio Almonte wants to update the existing mining law and add the input of mining companies and other sectors.
Nano-diamond battery that lasts for 28,000 years closer to becoming commercial product
US startup NDB announced that the proof of concept of its nano-diamond battery achieved a breakthrough 40% charge.
Peruvian metal exports recover in June – report
Data from the Ministry of Energy and Mines show that gold, copper and zinc exports rose in June when compared to the previous month.