Lithium-ion batteries have a new rival – potassium metal batteries
US-based researchers found a solution to a persistent problem facing potassium metal batteries.
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Anti-mining protesters block entrances to PDAC annual convention
Among other things, the activists demand a halt to fossil fuel extraction, a ban to open-pit mining, and recognition of Indigenous sovereignty.
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Seaborne coal prices spike not expected to last long – report
Fitch Ratings predicts that the disruptions caused by COVID-19 will ease over the medium term.
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Termite mounds reveal hidden base metal deposits
Researchers found that metallic blue crusts on termite mounds indicate the presence of base metals including nickel and cobalt.
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Ecuador’s National Assembly working on new rules on mining concessions
The legislative body wants to create a level playing field for both local and foreign companies.
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How cobalt can help produce hydrogen for clean fuel
Scientists used earth-abundant material to achieve affordable water splitting.
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The good, the bad, the ugly: miners’ ability to stay afloat in the current context
Fitch Ratings issued an analysis of major companies’ ability to address market changes driven by the coronavirus outbreak, geopolitical tensions and natural disasters.
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Peru’s mining sector slowed down in 2019
The Institute of Statistics and Informatics reports a 0.05% drop in the world’s second-largest copper producer.
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How to effectively address illegal gold mining – study
Scientists used Myanmar as a case study. They say legitimization is the key.
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Mexican mineworkers march against Americas Gold and Silver Corp.
The Canadian miner rejects the protest action and deems illegal a blockade at its San Rafael mine in Sinaloa.
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